Michael D. Ales, 62, Carthage, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at his home. Michael Dennis Ales was born March 15, 1956 in Kingston, RI to James Kenneth Ales and Darlene (Freed) Ales. He received his bachelor’s degree in Education from MSSC. Michael married Kathy Byrnes on January 6, 1979, to this union, three children were born. He worked as a teacher for several area schools in Southwest Missouri. He also worked for Schreiber Foods in Carthage. Michael enjoyed kayaking, collecting KU memorabilia, and was an avid KU basketball fan.
Survivors include his parents, one daughter, Mollie Ales (Eric Altman), Denver, CO; two sons, Jacob Ales, Rogersville, MO, and Joshua Ales (Tamara), Oak Harbor, WA; two brothers, Greg Ales (Elaine), and David Ales (Kelly); one sister, Jennie Hilligus (Scott); and four grandchildren, Jaylinn Ales, Ayden Ales, Finn Ales, and Adler Ales.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Ales.
Memorial services will be held 2 pm, Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Knell Mortuary. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Scott Hilligus will officiate. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.
