Michael "Mike" J. Sullivan
July 27, 1952 — September 14, 2024
- Share:
-
-
-
Service Details
Michael ‘Mike’ J. Sullivan, 72, passed away on September 14, 2024 at his home in Ankeny, Iowa.
Mike was born July 27, 1952 to John ‘Jack’ and Irene Sullivan in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
He graduated from Iowa State University in 1974. In 1976, he married Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Gasperi in Des Moines, Iowa. Mike retired in 2015 following more than twenty years as General Manager of Kenworth Mid-Iowa. He maintained a CPA practice throughout his career providing general accounting services to clients. In retirement, he served as a board member at Heartland Express and on the finance committee at Christ the King Parish.
Mike was an avid Iowa State fan, enjoyed history, and traveling. He had a keen memory and loved sharing stories and jokes with friends and family.
Mike is survived by his wife Betty; children Kristi Sullivan (Cary Hall) and Mary Sullivan; grandchildren Aaron and Haley South; brother Patrick Sullivan; along with a host of extended family and beloved friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Irene.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th St, Des Moines.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th St, Des Moines. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery, 4909 University Ave, Des Moines.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
don richey
09/22/2024
I worked with Mike for several years at Kenworth, got to visit with him recently at a retirement luncheon at KW. Sorry for your loss.RIP mike
Roger French
09/22/2024
Mike was a great freind to our family and a special and valued employee to my father. Much of the success my father had was due to Mikes dedicated work. He was a great guy and family freind and will be missed greatly. Deepest condolences to Betty and family.
Alan Strickler
09/20/2024
The Friday morning breakfast group will never be the same! We all are so sorry for your loss! Prayers for healing.
Charley Smith
09/20/2024
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of my high school friend. My condolences to the family.
Scott Weiser
09/20/2024
Mike was a dedicated and active member of the Iowa Motor Truck Association for many years. He could always be counted upon to provide leadership, support, and enthusiasm for our organization.
Philip M Thompson
09/18/2024
Mike was a star on his first job at Ernst & Ernst and continued to set records at those that followed. He was a hard worker and always easy to get along with. My best to Betty and the family.
Ed Cannon
09/18/2024
I had the pleasure of knowing Mike and working with him for 5 years and also going to school with him. Hard working, big smile, great sense of humor and just an all around incredible human being. I spent some time with him at our last HS reunion and enjoyed reliving the good old days a bit. I'm greatly saddened. My deepest condolences to Betty and the family.
Mary Sturm
09/18/2024
Mike was a classmate at O'Gorman HS in Sioux Falls. Our graduating class of 1970 maintains a Facebook page. The outpouring of wonderful comments regarding Mike as a friend has been overwhelming. Almost every post has a comment on his wonderful smile and, of course, his kindness. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark Rotert
09/18/2024
Mike was one of my best friends when we were in high school. We were football teammates, poker game buddies, and almost constant companions. He was smart, good-humored, and loyal to his family and friends. I am saddened by his passing and I send my condolences to Betty, his daughters and his entire family. A good man who left us too soon.
Larry Carlson
09/17/2024
I am saddened by your passing, and pray your family will find peace with understanding. You were a great mentor and man. I will see you again my friend.