Michael Ray Vradenburg Sr.

Michael Ray Vradenburg Sr., 68, of Wayland, died Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at his home. The Beatty Peterseim Funeral Home is assisting the family. His body has been cremated and private services will be held at a later date.

Michael was born March 9, 1954, in Keokuk, the son of Fredrick Sr. and Darlene (Carle) Vradenburg. He was united in marriage to Margaret Kaylor in July of 1976, in Keokuk, Iowa. He worked as an OTR Truck Driver and Mechanic. He enjoyed fishing with his brother and tinkering with small motors. He was raised in the Keokuk and Ft. Madison area, moving to Wayland in 2020.

Survivors include his son Mike Jr. (Kathi) Vradenburg of Wayland, IA, five siblings: Roger (Aletha) Vradenburg of Keokuk, IA, Annette (James) McCarthy of Keokuk, IA, Juanita (Frank) Mullen of Montrose, IA, Cathy Vradenburg of Arkansas, and Karen Vradenburg of Arkansas, thirteen Grandchildren, and four Great-Grandchildren.

Preceding Michael in death were his parents, wife Margaret on September 12, 2007, four brothers: Kirk, David, Terry, and Fredrick Jr., and one sister Annie Bell.