Michael Lydon
December 28, 2022
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Michael Lydon, 79, of Ankeny, IA, passed away on December 28th, 2022.
Michael (Mike) was born on June 21, 1943, in Adair, Iowa, to James R. and Eleanor M. (Griffin) Lydon. He attended Adair High School and later graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with an Accounting /Business Degree and earned his CPA. Shortly thereafter he was drafted in the U.S. Army and served from 1966 to 1968 in Vietnam. Mike served thousands of community members and businesses in the Ankeny area over his 50-year career as a CPA. His community service included being the past President of the Ankeny Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Ankeny Little League Board, Easter Seals, and had over 33 years of perfect attendance as a member of the Ankeny Rotary Club and past President.
Mike loved the sun and becoming a snowbird at their home in Bradenton, FL, as well as, John Wayne movies, Frank Sinatra, The Eagles, Iowa Hawkeyes football, and the Chicago Bears.
Mike will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 22 years and best friend, Molly; Mike’s daughter DeAnn Figley of Ankeny; son James (Melissa) Lydon of Ankeny; stepsons Andrew Pfaltzgraf of Ankeny; Matthew Pfaltzgraf of Atlanta, GA and six grandchildren; Tyler Figley, Jacob Figley, Cailah Lydon, Sean Lydon, Quinten Harding, and Benjamin Harding. Mike was preceded in death by his sister Patsy Lehnhardt, by an infant sister, Carol, both parents and a grandson Nicholas Lydon.
A heartful thank you to Shelby, Melissa, Jacqueline, and Kiley at St. Croix Hospice in Ankeny.
Graveside services and burial will be at 2pm at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery on Mike’s 80th birthday June 21st.
A Celebration of life will be held at the Veterans Reception Center in Van Meter following the burial.
“May your days be many and your troubles be few, May all God’s blessings descend upon you, May peace be within you, May your heart be strong, May you find what you’re seeking wherever you roam.”
- Irish Blessing
Mike will be forever missed but never forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mike’s name can be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa
Dennis & Paula Sult
06/29/2023
We regret we could not attend Mike's service at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery. Mike was our tax preparer for many years and we enjoyed his friendship. He always went above and beyond! We are blessed to have know him. Sending our deepest sympathies and may you find comfort knowing how much Mike meant to us.
Fred Willrich
01/11/2023
I was part of the class of 1961 like Mike. We ran around a lot during our high school days and especially after graduating for several years. Many good times to reflect on. You will be missed Mike. RIP.
Jane and Gene Krumm
01/10/2023
Molly and family. So sorry to hear about Mike. We always miss him this time of year at tax time since he retired. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike will be missed.
Forrest ( Brick) Schnobrich
01/10/2023
Mike graduated with me in 1961. Unfortunately, I didn't see Mike very often over the years----maybe at a couple of class reunions. I offer my condolences to Molly and all the family.
Jane Petty Duffield
01/09/2023
Molly and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I attended high school with Mike and always liked to sit next to him because he was the smartest kid in my class! ( I didn't cheat!!) And he was also a very kind person. We need more like Mike in this world today. Lean on our Savior for strength. Prayers!
Don Easter
01/08/2023
Molly; Im so sorry to learn of the loss of Mike. We will hold you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Janeen Brinkley
01/05/2023
Dad is waiting for you Uncle Mike. So many great childhood memories with you - you are so missed. Fly high and know your work here is complete.
Dee Dee Lydon Figley
12/29/2022
Dad I love you! You are now free. Fly High with Gma, Gpa and Patsy. Your smile and smart wit will be missed. Until I see you in heaven, I will be thinking of you always in my heart.