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NOTEBOOK: Greater D.M. tributes to Michael Sadler

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The outpouring of emotion following the June 20 death of Michael Sadler reminded us in the Business Record newsroom of how one person can deeply affect so many. The loss continues to be felt. We wanted to take a moment to share in one spot some of the beautiful tributes to Sadler,  assistant vice president of public policy and government relations with CenturyLink in Iowa, that were posted on social media or published in the Business Record. 


DSM has lost one of its finest citizens. Michael Sadler was a great person in so many ways. Michael made a big impact on everyone he met and everywhere he went. He was a gentle giant who was a friend of all.

– Jay Byers, CEO, Greater Des Moines Partnership


Michael was the best. This is a huge loss for our community. God bless, you, Michael, and prayers for the entire Sadler family.

– Nick Colletti, business development director, Genesis10


He was involved in so many organizations because he was driven to make the community better. He was a successful businessperson, but the thing I think most of all, he connected people.

– Kimberly Hansen, executive director, Rebuilding Together Greater Des Moines


Nobody ever looks forward to attending a visitation or funeral for someone close to your age and someone with whom you worked closely for several years. I don’t think I can add much to the narrative of Michael Sadler this week that hasn’t already been said. I would say I find it ironic he died of a “heart ailment.” I can assure you there was nothing wrong with this man’s heart.

Proud to be your friend and to have worked with you. Peace to you and your family, Michael!

– Joe Hrdlicka, executive director, Iowa Biotechnology Association


Michael was a great person in so many ways. Michael was a gentle giant and a very genuine soul who was a true friend of all.

– Mike Ralston, president, Association of Business and Industry


Our CenturyLink family lost a true friend with the passing of Michael Sadler.He was a genuine friend and a compassionate, hardworking colleague. We will truly miss his passion for our community and his great sense of humor. We offer our sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time.

– Tim White, vice president of operations for CenturyLink in Iowa