Michael J. Harrelson, 41, of Tonganoxie, KS (formerly of Dubuque, IA) died on Thursday, July 20, 2023 following a brief illness.
He graduated from Wahlert High School in 2000 and from Clarke University with a B.A. in communications/public relations in 2005. He married his soulmate Shannon Burroughs in 2010 in KCK. Michael was an avid skier, musician, dedicated Green Bay Packers fan (who also cheered for the Chiefs), and accomplished pizza maker. He was a wonderful husband, father and son who will be deeply missed.
Michael is survived by his wife Shannon (Burroughs) and children Caleb and Josie. He is also survived by his parents, Jeff and Nancy Harrelson, aunt Lori Boughton and sister-in-law Penny Harrelson as well as nieces Layla and Lylah and nephew Liam. Additionally surviving are in-laws Tom and Cathie Burroughs of Kansas City, KS, Ryan (Kristen) Burroughs, Lauren (Dalton Lawson) Burroughs, and many friends who love him.
Michael was preceded in death by his son Brody, his sister Valerie and his brother Brett along with his grandparents, Roy (Sonny) and Betty Rieder and John and Bernie Harrelson. A memorial service was held Sunday, July 23 at 3:00 at Chapel Hill in Kansas City.