He was born April 19th, 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa where he lived all his life. James, who went by Michael to most, graduated from Lincoln High School in 1969. He then went on to earn his degree in Law from the University of Iowa. Michael practiced law for many years in Iowa as a criminal defense attorney and then more recently, in immigration law. Michael was known in his profession, as kind, honest and as a very reputable lawyer. He worked extremely hard for his clients and always made sure that they were represented as strongly as possible. Michael’s big heart and vast knowledge of the law made him the lawyer you wanted on your side. Michael’s kindness to all and his ability to see the positive in others made people around him want to be a better person.
Michael enjoyed many things in life like watching the Yankees play ball, exploring history, reading, and adding to his amazing stamp collection. He also loved music, movies, and hunting, but most of all he loved, loved spending time with his family! Papa Mike never missed a dance recital, Little League baseball game or a family dinner. He had a special relationship with all six of his kids and spoke to all he knew about their accomplishments and how proud he was of them. He was always down to play with his grandkids whether it was “cops and robbers” or playing “Ana and Elsa”. His grandkids knew they could always catch a ride on the front of Papa’s wheelchair whenever they wanted. Michael’s children and grandchildren absolutely adored and loved him with all of their hearts. He will be sorely missed but celebrated and remembered by all who loved him.
Michael Mayer is remembered by his children Matthew Ver Huel, Sherri (Jason) Nielsen, Scott (Kathy) Ver Huel, Michal (Marcos) Bautista, Brooke Mayer, and Andrew (Elizabeth) Mayer; his grandchildren Jordan (Leslie) Blackburn, Alexandra and Ellen Strittmatter, Chloe and Toby Nielsen, Conner, Jackson and Ella Israel, Trevor, Parker and Lucas Mayer, and Mateo Bautista; his father Jack Mayer, his sister Connie (Eric) Hockett, and his brother John (Cathy) Mayer. He was preceded in death by his wife René Tilton, his mother Anna Mayer, and his daughter-in-law Vivian Ver Huel.
His family has asked for memorials to be sent to Easter Seals Camp Sunnyside, a place that Michael enjoyed as a child.
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