Walton, Michael Alan

Michael Alan Walton, 48, died Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2012, from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. A gathering to celebrate Michael's life will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, at Lensing Funeral Home, 605 Kirkwood Ave., Iowa City, where a prayer service will begin at 5:30 p.m. Following the prayer service, the family will host a dinner at The Kirkwood Room, 515 Kirkwood Ave. (building adjacent to Lensing Funeral Home).

Michael was born June 9, 1964, in Iowa City, the oldest of three children. He worked alongside his father in the family business (Always Interstate Trucking Co.) until he purchased the company from his parents. Mike later decided to broaden his career in transportation when he closed the family company to start a new adventure with Re-trans and Sethness.

Michael was an avid sports fan whether he was watching the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears or the Cubs. He also enjoyed golfing with family and friends and spending his free time with his nieces and nephew whenever possible.

Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Petsche Walton; two sisters, Laura Walton Dooley and Linda Strabala (Glenn); two nieces, Jessica Dooley and Kalei Strabala; a nephew, Logan Strabala; and a significant other, Darci Monson.

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Roy Walton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Michael Alan Walton Memorial Fund in care of Hills Bank and Trust.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.lensingfuneral.com under obituaries.

Published Aug. 18, 2012 in The Gazette