Michael "Mike" Pearson

Michael Glen Pearson, 52, passed away unexpectedly on October 27, 2023, at his home.

Mike was born December 12, 1970, in Des Moines to Dennis and Genevieve “Ginny” (Hecker) Pearson. He graduated from North High School in 1989. Mike went on to earn his business degree from AIB. He worked as a retail manager prior to working for Principal Financial, where he had been for over 20 years. Without a doubt, his son Emmet was the light of his life, Mike’s entire world revolved around him. Mike had a heart of gold and never found fault any anyone. Mike enjoyed traveling with his family, fishing, racing hobby remote control cars with his nephews, and 3D printing and painting Star Wars models which he was a huge Star Wars fan.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 11 years, Renee; son, Emmet; mother, Genevieve “Ginny”; brother, Christopher (Carla) Pearson; brothers-in-law, Matt (Carrie) Putz and Kevin Putz; niece, Barbara “Bobbi” Pearson; nephews, Lawson and Braxtyn Putz; a host of extended family; colleagues and team members at Principal Financial; and a special childhood friend Mark Littlejohn and many other great friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis Pearson and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

The family will greet friends Monday, October 30, 2023, from 6 pm to 8 pm at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 31st at 11 am at the Bondurant Cemetery in Bondurant, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mike.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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