Michael Dean Williams born May 10, 1962, in St. Louis, MO passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love on October 20, 2023.  Mike found his peace after a 16-year battle with cancer.

The Beloved husband of Dawn Marie (nee Landsury) who shared 37 blessed years together.  Cherished father of Katherine Leann (nee Williams) Binkholder.  Father-in-law and best friend to Daniel John Binkholder.  Adoring grandfather of Berkeley Autumn Binkholder.  Brother of Karen Betts (Michael).  Brother-in-law to Sherry Hoffman (John) and Robert W. Landsbury.

Mike is proceeded in death by his parents, John and Janis Williams, father-in-law Robert Landsbury, mother-in-law Barbara Landsbury Minnix, niece Tanya Lightfoot and sister-in-law Tina Landsbury.

Uncle to Heather Hoffman, Nicole Hoffman, Kayla Ethington and Sonya Lightfoot.  Godfather to Sydney Gallatin.  He was especially loved by his many cousins and friends.  He was an important man in the lives of RJ, Danielle, and Jessica Ciolek who loved him very much.

Mike grew up in Maryland Heights, MO and graduated from Pattonville Senior High School in 1980.  His childhood was spent with his best friends Keith and Randy.  Mike was an avid angler who fished the waters from Alaska to Central America.

Mike was extremely compassionate man who help others cope with their cancer diagnosis.  He was the founding member of the Chemo Shenanigators, a support group of Cancer Warriors that have chosen to live life to the fullest, no matter what they are facing, while helping others along their cancer journey and he belonged to PFAC (Patient and Family Advisory Council), an organization of patients, family members and caregivers working together to advance best practices in the healthcare scene.

After graduating from Pattonville High School, Mike began working at Martin Oil - a nearby gas station. Mike didn't know it at first, but Martin Oil was going to change his life.

You see, there was a young girl with eyes for Mike and a gas tank that always seemed to be empty. Her name was Dawn. Mike spent every day at work pumping Dawn's gas and falling in love with her smile.

Mike married his love, Dawn, in 1985. The following year they welcomed a baby girl, their only child: Katie. A small family with big love and big fun: that was Mike's way.

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As the years passed, Mike made the most beautiful memories.

Weekends at his lake house, cruising on the boat, father-daughter dances, and giant root beer floats.

Adopting furry friends and cheering on the Cards, midnight boat rides always under the stars.

Holidays and weekends, even Tuesdays were fun. Mike saw to that - his heart was for everyone.

Big promotions at work and amazing awards, celebrating life's victories on cruises aboard.

Cook outs and poker nights, Godzilla marathons. Chinese food and road trips with Johnny Cash sing-a-longs.

Saturday snuggles with his two favorite girls, picnics at the park, and roller coasters that thrilled.

He saw the world by ocean and land, taking it all in every way he can.

He saw his daughter grow, marry, and love. He beamed at the mother she's become.

His granddaughter breathed life into his soul. And his son-in-law was simply so much more.

Thursday night movies with his very best friends, the guys just like him: the most wonderful men.

Making the most out of the darkest days. "that's what it takes to make it," he'd always say.

Shenanigans and bell ringing, Hawaiian shirts and jokes. Heroic words, full of hope.

A legacy and legend, more than a man. An inspiration and leader, someone who held your hand.

A visitation for Michael will be held Friday, October 27, 4:00 - 8:00 PM at Collier's Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd (St. Ann). Funeral Service Saturday, October 28, 10:00 AM at Collier's Funeral Home.