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The Life of WILLIAM LEE MICHAEL SR

Bill Michael, 81, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by family Saturday, December 7, 2013. Bill was born March 3, 1932 to Asa and Beulah Michael. He was married to the love of his life, Juanita for 55 years. They made their home in Des Moines and built wonderful memories with their family and friends. Bill retired from Firestone. In addition, he was an entrepreneur and lastly a security guard to round out his “retirement.” Bill was a former member of Des Moines Police Auxiliary. He enjoyed bowling, casinos, golf, fishing, watching WWE Wrestling and western movies. He will be greatly missed by his family, Donna Michael McWilliams (James) of Hastings, MN, Toni Michael, Bev Letze, and Bill Michael, Jr. “Moe” (Denise), all of Des Moines; brother, Charles Michael of Norwalk, CA; grandchildren, Robin McWilliams Crandall, Shaun McWilliams, and Kelly Michael. In addition, he is survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita; infant twins, Theresa and Larry; loving granddaughters, Jamie and Jennifer Letze; sisters, Valda Krull and Kathy Gatewood; brothers, Dale and Leo; and parents. Family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, December 12, also at Hamilton’s with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Casual dress is encouraged. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions received will be donated to The Salvation Army Citadel Corps where Bill was a member of the choir and band in his younger years.

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