Mike Monson
June 18, 2012
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Mike Monson, 65, passed away at his home Monday, June 18, 2012. He was born November 23, 1946, in Ventura, Iowa.
Mike was a graduate of Simpson College where he played football. He served in the U.S. Army, and was a substitute teacher at S.E. Polk, Ankeny, and Bondurant Public Schools. Mike enjoyed golfing, crossword puzzles, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Mike is survived by his wife, Karen; sons, Chad (Jill) Monson, Tom (Stacy) Monson, Zach (Tiffany) Phillips, and Tanner (Amanda) Phillips; grandchildren, Jack, Will, Libby, Emmy, Mac, Makenna, Carter, and Kayden; brother, Alan (Donna) Monson; sisters, Bonnie Holmgaard, Rita Lee, Shirley (Jim) Knapp, and Gloria (Mike) Kline; sisters-in-law, Jan, Pat, and Marcia; and many nieces, nephews, other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Evelyn Monson; his first wife, Sandy; and his brothers, Gene (Joanne), Arlen, Dean, and Mark.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, June 22, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Margie Monson Barber
06/26/2012
Sorry Jack & I missed the service; we received the obituary and program from cousin, George Kloster, when I returned from Pennsylvania. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Fenimore
06/26/2012
Mike and I attended Simpson College together and were football teammates there during the late 60's and early 70's. Mike was one of the toughest guys that I ever knew. He also was one of the orneriest. Years later, after Mike settled in Altoona, we reconnected and often socialized together, always pushing things to the edge. He was a great guy. I will miss him deeply. My sympathy to his family and friends
Chris Fenimore
David and Susan Godfredsen
06/26/2012
We wish to offer our sincere sympathy to Mike's family.
Dick and Vicki Larimer
06/23/2012
Dear Karen, Tom and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dick was out of town the end of last week; otherwise, he would have been at the visitation. We thought a lot of Mike! Dick got to know him years ago when Dick worked at Allied Building Products. Our favorite story of Mike is when someone called him and asked if he could build a lean-to building and Mike said, "They all lean when I get done with them." We thought it was hilarious but I'm not sure the person on the phone understood the joke because I don't think Mike got the job. Ha! Our kids still laugh about that joke.
We're thinking of you and your family and hope you are all doing okay. Mike was a great guy and we won't forget him.
God bless,
Dick and Vicki Larimer and family
Ron Garland
06/22/2012
A we go through life, God has decided to take a Loved one. I know he will be in heaven. I always like the times we would sit and talk, he was a very intelegent person and lived his life to the fullist. NOW HE IS WITH GOD AND THATS THE BEST PLACE TO BE. I love you sis and if you need any thing, PLEASE call
Reggie and Karol Crumes
06/21/2012
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Garland
06/21/2012
Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith and family support you and all the joyful memories give your strength. Love always.
Jim Knapp
06/20/2012
May God shed his grace on the family and help us through this sad time. Mike, we will always love you and remember the joy you brought to each of us. The joy of knowing and being part of your wonderful family will help to keep us together. Till we meet again, brother, we love you.
Jim Wachtel
06/20/2012
Chad and family,
On behalf of myself and the entire HealthCheck360 team, we are saddened to hear of your sudden loss. We hope that friends, family and faith guide and support you through this difficult time and may the fond memories you have and cherish keep his spirit close to you.
Ken Smith
06/20/2012
I am sorry for the sudden loss of your husband/father/grandfather. I did not know Mike, I know Chad. The truism that "an apple does not fall far from the tree" would suggest that Mike will be missed for the positive influence he has had on others. May God Bless and comfort you in your time of loss.
Jenna Wesenberg
06/20/2012
Chad & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jenna Wesenberg
Nancy and Tom Johannsen
06/20/2012
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's death. I will remember his dry wit and his strong work ethic. Tom will remember golf outings and picking up the phone to call Mike for assistance with many of our projects at the coffee house and at our home. Karen, I pray for strength and peace from our Heavenly Father to get you through this tough time. Sending hugs along with prayers!!
Jon Knapp
06/19/2012
Uncle Mike was an amazing athlete. I always looked up to him. I rember his sense of humor, and how good of a brother he was to my mom. We are praying for the entire family in this time of greif.
Shirley Monson Knapp
06/19/2012
I am so saddened by Mike's death and so sorry for your loss of husband, father and grandfather. I hope it is comforting for you to know that he was loved by so many. I will miss his humor and wit, his twinkling smiling eyes, his work ethic and his goodness and honesty. He was a wonderful brother and I loved him. Yes, I too will miss his "Hugs". Go with God, Mike.
Cristina Monson
06/19/2012
Aunt Karen, Chad, Tom and families....thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this time of sudden loss. I am not able to be there physically, but will be there in spirit to celebrate.
He will be missed by many.
Love you all,
Cristina