Michael Peter Kier
August 10, 1951 - December 09, 2018
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Michael Peter Kier
August 10, 1951 - December 09, 2018
Obituary
Michael Peter Kier, 67, of Tulsa, OK passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 in his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born in Iowa City, Iowa on August 10, 1951 to Lawrence and Jerry (Palmer) Kier. He grew up in Denver, Colorado and graduated from the University of Tulsa in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree in urban studies.
Mike dedicated his career to the City of Tulsa beginning with college internships in the early 1970’s. He became a full-time city employee in the budget department in 1975. In 1993 he was promoted to Finance Director. During his 43 years with the city he served 10 mayors. He was widely recognized for his professional expertise and also for serving as a mentor and friend to many city employees. In 2018 Mayor G. T. Bynum recognized Mike’s exemplary service by designating the highest Tulsa city employee award as the “Michael P. Kier Tulsa Blue Award for Public Service Excellence.”
Outside of work, Mike was cherished by family and friends for his generosity and kindness. He also developed a decades-long passion for sailing, which he enjoyed primarily at the Grand Lake of the Cherokees.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, great-nephew Kendall Kier, sister-in-law Kathi Kier, and mother-in-law Dorotha Dillion. He is survived by his wife Theresa Dillion, step-mother Joan of Denver, CO, brother Larry of St. Louis, MO, sister Holly Lana and her husband Mark of Denver, CO , step brother Chuck, step sister Jody Hurtado, and a host of nephews, nieces, and great nephews and great nieces.
A memorial service will be held on January 19, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Temple Assembly of God church, 4701 W Edison St, Tulsa, OK 74127.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the United Way or to the charity of your choice in Mike’s memory.
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: January 19, 2019 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church
- Location: 4701 W. Edison St. Tulsa, OK 74127 - (Get Directions)
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10 responses to Michael Peter Kier
Rd says:
December 16, 2018
Im sending my sincere condolences to the Kier family and friends. This is one of lifes greatest challenges that we have to face. Jesus said, did, and promised something that gives us comfort and hope. In the Bible at John 11:11-14, Jesus likened death to sleep. This comfort us in two ways: 1) we are assured by those words that our loved ones are not suffering or in pain. 2) If a person is just sleeping, he will wake up! Notice what Jesus does next at John 11:43-44, this is amazing! Jesus promised us something similar at John 5:28-29, what a beautiful hope we have! If you would like to know more details about this, please download a free copy of the brochure Good News from God @ Jw.org and read lesson 6 along with the Bible.
M. Susan Savage says:
December 17, 2018
Terri, I am so very sad and sorry about Mike. He was a colleague, unwavering advisor, and long time friend. Please know what a privilege it was to work with Mike. I am thinking of you and your family. Susan
Ted Harry says:
December 24, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. When this happens in our family we need more than human strength. God and his Son can provide what we need. Please review these scriptures : John 5:28-29 Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment. Revelation 21:4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
John H. Travers says:
January 13, 2019
Mike was a classmate of mine at the University of Tulsa in the early 1970s. My fondest memory of Mike was Spring Break skiing in Breckenridge and sharing drinks/nachos at the bottom of the 5 o'clock run. He served the City of Tulsa with dignity and professionalism. He will be missed.
Othman And Darlene Khalid says:
January 14, 2019
He was so kind and gentle. He put fresh flowers in their garage apt for us when we moved in. Thank Terri and Mike had Christopher over for dinner and gave him a T-shirt when he was visiting from Africa. Mike took time and showed him around downtown Tulsa sharing the architecture and stories of the building. A wonderful man that will be missed.