Michael Gordon Downs Obituary
The passing of Michael Gordon Downs of Springfield, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 27, 2025 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Gordon Downs to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Dean and Patricia Ann Downs (Bennett); and his sister Janet Downs. He is survived by: his wife Karen S. Brooks; his sons, Brad Downs (Leah) of Wapella, IL and Jefferson Downs (Melanie) of Houston, TX; his grandchildren, Brittany Flentje (Hunter), Rebecca Downs (Jaycob Johnson), Gregory Downs, Micah Downs (Bonnie Martin), Soren Downs (Corey Harbin), Isabella Downs and Sierra Estrada (Miguel); his great grandchildren, Casey, Bennett, Riley, Lanie, Axeton, Rennix, Yar'Meire, Willow Mae, Corey, Elijah and Josiah; his sisters, Gaila Glass of Riverton, IL and Karen Bauer (Don) of Fairfield, OH; and his pets, Cali and Boots. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
