Michael Cantrell

March 13, 1950 - December 22, 2021

Michael Craig Cantrell, 71, of rural Bloomfield, Iowa peacefully passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. Michael was born on March 13, 1950 in Ottumwa, Iowa to Beulah Canny and Virgil Cantrell. He married the love of his life and best friend, Esther Cary, on July 22, 1971. During their 50 great years of marriage, the couple had three children; Cathryn (Bubba) Boggs of Fremont, Iowa, Wyatt (Pam) Cantrell of Bloomfield, Lance Cantrell of Bloomfield; and four grandchildren, Riley Boggs, Logan Boggs, Layce Cantrell, and Presley Cantrell. Michael served in the Air Force and was hard-working, devoted, and a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was best known as Pepa and enjoyed every moment spent with his family. He is survived by his wife, Esther; daughter, Cathryn; son, Wyatt; four grandchildren; sister, Wanda; brother, George; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Lance; sister Pamela; and two nephews Craig and Jeff. A private family graveside service at the IOOF Cemetery has taken place. Military rites were performed by Reed-Whisler Post #78 of the American Legion. A memorial has been established to his family and may be mailed to 14104 Ruby Blvd, Bloomfield, Iowa, 52537.