Mike Blaess Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mike Blaess (Adel, Iowa), born in Decorah, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 22, 2026 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mike Blaess to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonard Blaess and Opal Ellerman; his son David Meetze; his brothers, Bobby Blaess and Donnie Blaess; and his nephews, Caleb Thorson and Danny Blaess.
He is survived by: his son Eric; his wife Gloria "Missy" Blaess; his daughters, Tammy Blaess and Melissa Higgins; his grandchildren, Sydney, Michael, Coral, Erin, Dylan (Rhiannon), Elizabeth, Kat, Josh, Darian, Megan and Dakota; his great grandchildren, Nick and Liam; and his siblings, Sandy Thorson (Nate), Judy Zweibohmer (Jim) and Beverly Blaess.
In lieu of flowers, cards of condolences and memorials may be sent to the family at PO Box 159, Agency, Iowa 52530.
