Michael "Mike" Dyke
Mike Dyke: aka Silver Surfer, Skipper, MJD-433
This page is dedicated to the memory of Michael "Mike" James Dyke (age 38) who tragically left us too soon. He is survived by his son Michael "Mikey" James Dyke II, parents, James and Terri Dyke, siblings, Esther Dunbar and Darren Dyke, grandmother, Faye Scissom and countless uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Born and raised in Las Vegas NV, Mike grew up around union construction workers. In his late teens, he joined the Las Vegas Ironworkers Local #433 apprenticeship school, which he completed in 2009.
Mike continued on as a successful journeyman ironworker for more than 20 years and took pride in “topping out” several of the monumental buildings in Las Vegas today. Mike's ironworker brothers will always remember how much he loved his work. He had a passionate way of excellence about him and an unbreakable bond with his brothers. Years ago, when he graduated from the ironworker's apprenticeship program, the foreman who introduced him said..."Who doesn't know Mike Dyke? If you don't. you will…!”
We will remember Mike for his unique ability to connect with people, making them feel valued and understood. He made friends quickly, never met a stranger and was known for his strength, vibrant spirit, bright personality and infectious laughter; all mixed in with a little goofy mischief. Mike loved playing disc golf too and could throw a disc further than most of his opponents. No matter where Mike was, you always knew when he was around.
The most difficult part of losing Mike is having to say goodbye way too soon and the nearly impossible challenge of learning to live without him. There will never be a way to fill the void he left here on earth.
While our hearts are heavy with grief, we encourage everyone to remember him, not just for the sorrow of his passing, but for the impact he made on our lives.
Our family would like to sincerely thank each and everyone of your for your prayers, love and support during this difficult time.
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September 16, 2024
Thank you for installing the lights in my barn, forever grateful
September 10, 2024
Saturday as we celebrated Michaels earthly life and pondered over the memories, it finally hit me that it was real. I wasn't just dreaming all of this. I can't imagine what the family must be going through. I've know Mike since we were just kids. We grew up together at the Apostolic Church of Las Vegas. Went to youth camps, celebrated birthdays, played kickball and so much more. We had our baby boys less than a year apart. I remember him and his wife coming over to the house and going through baby stuff for Mikey that D'Anthony had outgrown. My last few encounters with Mike were a few months before his passing. He came to church several times and I was always there to greet him with open arms. This last time he talked to me and my son and said life was tough and he'd fallen on hard times. I told him I'd be praying for him. I regret not being able to help him more, but knew God could do much more and abundantly for him than I could. I'm just a struggling single mom of a 14 year old going through a high conflict divorce myself. Life sometimes has a way of getting ugly and trying to bring us down. Even the ones you least expect, like Mike. He was such a happy go lucky guy always easy to laugh and talk with him. He will be greatly missed to even those that weren't the closest to him. It was always good to see him and exchange words and a sincere smile and even some laughs. May his love and legacy live through his son and those he leaves behind. May God comfort and uplift the family during this time. Much love and more prayers. Here's a few pics I found from our childhood.
August 20, 2024
Brother I gave you your first connecting job with Eagle Iron at the Wynn Encore when you were an apprentice and you kicked ass and I watched you carry that “Can Do” attitude your career…you will be missed tremendously from us all… rest in peace
August 2, 2024
Mike,only a handful of people come in to our lives that are so special that you remember their voice,their humanity,and feel their love.i know with all my heart your one of mine brother! SILVER SURFER hang them gates as high as he allows.i love you!! Ali&Frazier
August 1, 2024
Mike, I'm gonna miss you like crazy bro. We had some of the best time romping around Minnesota and even driving back through Arkansas to see your parents after my appendix ruptured you made sure I got home and was all good. You were a good friend and a better man. Love you forever brother
July 31, 2024
James i met you on the mandalay bay job in 1998. ..Mike was a really great ironworker. Sorry for your loss of your son. It must be hard to lose a son that is very important in your life.. Mike R.I.P....
July 31, 2024
I love you, Michael! Michael is my first cousin. His mom and my mom are sisters. I'm pretty sure when God made Mike, he took the most mischievous side of Grandpa Scissom, Grandpa's smile and sense of humor, and added to Aunt Terri's & Uncle James' genetics to make him. We always said he was those pieces of Grandpa. Michael and I had a special relationship. A bond and understanding above all else. Years ago, when we were kids, we were at Six Flags together, riding all the scariest rides as the daredevils we both were. In line to ride one of the scariest, Mike looked at me and said, "My n!$$a!" 🥷🏽 I said, "Michael, you CANNOT call me that! Don't use that word. It doesn't sound right." With his cheesy grin and squinty eyed smile, he said, "Yes I can, my n!$$a." I shook my head no, and he reluctantly said, "Fine, since we're in front of a lot of people, I'm gonna call you it backwards. Myyyyy Reggin (ray-gen)!!" We both couldn't help but laugh at this new inside joke, and we had a mutual understanding to know that was a special and prestigious nickname in Mike's book. Ever since then, that's who I was to him and who he was to me. Rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father until we meet again someday. 🕊🙏🏽 I miss you, my Reggin! 🤍
July 30, 2024
Mike brought us laughter and joy. May his memory continue to inspire and uplift us.
July 29, 2024
RIP Mike…it was an honor to know you and go to punk school together. Fastest column climber award goes to you, hands down!
July 29, 2024
Rest in peace, knowing that your legacy lives on through your son. He will always carry a piece of you in his heart, and I will always be here to remind him how much you loved him.
July 29, 2024
Mikey you will be missed . I use to babysit you Darren and Esther . We had many good times . Our family’s have been close and I remember all the things and places we went to . You will forever be in our hearts! 💕
July 29, 2024
Well where do I start. So many memories so many good times I wish I could tell them all but that would take way to long. You were always telling me what a good mom I am and how proud you was of me and the last time you stayed with us you gave me a blanket that had a mama bear and her cubs on it and you gave it to me saying here this reminds me of you lol cause everyone knows that I am a mama bear! I wish things would have been different for you at the end but you will always be remembered as a fun loving outgoing guy a great iron worker and someone who loved his family. We love and miss you everyday RIP
July 29, 2024
RIp Brother, God bless you and your family..Thank you 4 being a great Ironworker.
July 29, 2024
it will always be pumpernickel Friday, brother
July 29, 2024
You will be truly missed I love you soo much
July 29, 2024
Mike called me his “Best Aunt”.
Once, I asked him what that means, and he simply said, “You’re my BEST AUNT!” I said, “Why not your ‘favorite’ aunt?” He laughed and gave me a big bear-hug. “No, BEST, because best is BETTER!”
I told him that was a tall order to live up to, and he said, “Well, you don’t even have to TRY!”
From that day to this, whenever I think of Mike, I remember that at least HE truly believed I was BEST AUNT, which gave him a pass at even his orneriest times.
I am truly heartbroken that even his Best Aunt couldn’t take away his pain.
Mike, I will continue to feel your love for the rest of my days on this earth, and know you feel mine. I still talk to you and feel your presence, because normal boundaries and limitations don’t apply to Best Aunts, especially when it comes to Best Nephews!
I love you and will miss you terribly!
Love,
“Best Aunt” Anita
Once, I asked him what that means, and he simply said, “You’re my BEST AUNT!” I said, “Why not your ‘favorite’ aunt?” He laughed and gave me a big bear-hug. “No, BEST, because best is BETTER!”
I told him that was a tall order to live up to, and he said, “Well, you don’t even have to TRY!”
From that day to this, whenever I think of Mike, I remember that at least HE truly believed I was BEST AUNT, which gave him a pass at even his orneriest times.
I am truly heartbroken that even his Best Aunt couldn’t take away his pain.
Mike, I will continue to feel your love for the rest of my days on this earth, and know you feel mine. I still talk to you and feel your presence, because normal boundaries and limitations don’t apply to Best Aunts, especially when it comes to Best Nephews!
I love you and will miss you terribly!
Love,
“Best Aunt” Anita
July 29, 2024
Mike, you filled this world full of laughter, joy, concern, and so many jokes! You were always making light of any situation that seemed to bother you. I have so many great memories but I remember one particular recent phone call from Mike. He called to tell me he had gotten a house in Flippin and was so excited but there was still a guy on the property that wouldn’t move out. He was sitting on the porch as we were talking and sounded somewhat irritated but as we were talking, he was saying “and there, and there, and there too”
After a few seconds of this I asked him, “Mike, what are you doing?”
He replied in his mischievous voice, “oh I’m planting flowers in this guys front yard. He irritates me so I’m dropping sunflower seeds all over the yard. When someone pisses you off, just go throw sunflower seeds in their yard.” I replied, “Why is that Mike?” He replied, ”Because sunflower seeds grow fast and take over the yard and are a pain in the rear to get rid of!”
We both laughed! I told him, “You’re a mess Mike but that’s hilarious!” 😂
At the end of our convo, he always said, “Ok love you, don’t be a stranger”
He loved his family hard!
We will miss you Mike! Fly high 🦅
Go 🎣 fishing with Grandpa for all of us!
Love you! 💙
After a few seconds of this I asked him, “Mike, what are you doing?”
He replied in his mischievous voice, “oh I’m planting flowers in this guys front yard. He irritates me so I’m dropping sunflower seeds all over the yard. When someone pisses you off, just go throw sunflower seeds in their yard.” I replied, “Why is that Mike?” He replied, ”Because sunflower seeds grow fast and take over the yard and are a pain in the rear to get rid of!”
We both laughed! I told him, “You’re a mess Mike but that’s hilarious!” 😂
At the end of our convo, he always said, “Ok love you, don’t be a stranger”
He loved his family hard!
We will miss you Mike! Fly high 🦅
Go 🎣 fishing with Grandpa for all of us!
Love you! 💙
Family tree
Jerry Mia Dyke
Leda Voy (Simpson) Harlan
James Newton Scissom
Faye Sylvia (Kleeberg)
Scissom
Scissom
James Arthur Dyke
Terri Jean (Scissom) Dyke
Esther Leanne (Dyke) Dunbar
Darren Neil Dyke
Michael James Dyke II
Esther Leanne (Dyke) Dunbar
Darren Neil Dyke
Michael James Dyke II
Michael Dyke
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