Michael Quijano
March 28, 2011
Mike Quijano, 49, went to be with the Lord, March 28, 2011, at Iowa Health Hospice Taylor House after a courageous battle against cancer. He will not suffer ever again or be unhealthy. I will see you again my love!
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church at 10:30 am on Friday. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm Thursday at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, with a rosary service at 6 pm.
Mike was born August 18, 1961, in Des Moines to Virginia and Henry Quijano. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. Mike worked at Firestone Tire and Rubber. Mike was a divisional chairman for USW Local 310 who represented and helped union members. He loved his pets. One of his greatest loves was his family and friends. Mike helped every person who needed help during their lifetime. He enjoyed golf, traveling and music.
Mike is survived by his wife, Margaret; his parents; Henry and Virginia; his sisters, Paula (Pat) Allen, Tina (Dean) Rodriquez, Theresa (Bob) McVey; his father and mother in law, Albert and Eleanor Gomez; his siblings in law, Julie (Doug) Matheny, Ron (Darlene) Quick and John Gomez; a host of nieces and nephews and God children.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Taylor House or to the American Cancer Society for lung cancer research.
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Shelly Milligan Burgess
03/31/2011
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Saundra Stuart
03/31/2011
Virginia and Hank,
I am so sorry to hear of Michaels death , things in this world are never easy but God gave you both strength to get through this, I hope that my condolences will help to ease the pain. Give my give my condolences and prayers to the rest of your family.
my husband passed in January and family and friends help alot.
Your friend Saundra
Donna Bougher
03/30/2011
Maggie my thoughts and prayers are with you and both sides of the families. We know their are no words that can express what heart-ache you may be all feeling during this time. You have made a lifetime of memories together, and those are yours to keep close in your heart. Cherish your life you spent together and remember the good times you always shared. Hold on to your family , your love for each other will be your strength needed to get you through this difficult time...Love always.
Taylor Gomez (Nephew)
03/29/2011
Very sad I lost a great uncle of mine. He was always there for me when i needed him. We lost a very special person in the Gomez family. Uncle Mike was a very great uncle towards me. He will be missed! I love him very much! Very sorry Aunt Maggie for the loss. I kno for sure Uncle Mike will still cheer for them hawks in heaven. That's what kind of guy Uncle Mike was. R.I.P Tio!
Stacy Motsick
03/30/2011
I was saddened to hear about the loss of a wonderful man. I didn't personally know Michael but I do know his family and that makes him a fantastic person. Stay stong in your memories of Michael. God bless.
Friend of Theresa, Stacy Motsick
Mary Bradish
03/30/2011
Maggie Mae I am so sorry you have to go through this. You and Mike are great people and I am going to miss Mike very much.
Cassie Smith
03/29/2011
Sorry for you loss Maggie. Mike will in our hearts forever.
Mary Beth Lawson
03/29/2011
We send our heartfelt sympathies to Maggie and all of Mike's family. Mike was one of a kind. He will be missed! May the Lord comfort and keep you along with your love and memories of Mike during this time! God bless!
Janet Albright Saltzman
03/29/2011
My condolences to your family, sending thoughts and prayer for your loss.