SPRING GREEN- Erik Duckert passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at the age of 49, after a brief 4-month battle with glioblastoma, a stunningly aggressive form of brain cancer. He leaves behind a family devastated.

If you knew Erik, you understood that his core purpose was taking care of those he loved, and we were well loved. He was a gentle and comfortable man with the knack for making one feel at ease. He liked to bake and garden, breathe the fresh air and binge Netflix, tinker around the house and work until he solved the problem. There was very little he wouldn’t try. In his last days he was still researching new recipes, making plans for the summer garden, and cracking wise. He was hopeful.

Erik was born on Sept. 29, 1973, in Madison, he graduated from Lodi High School (1992) and UW-Oshkosh (1996). After a brief period in education Erik transitioned to a career in network services working first for Anchor Bank (Old National) and spending his final 13 years at Rural Mutual Insurance, both in Madison.

Erik is survived by his wife and best friend, Megan and son, Miles (Mark Rastenis) Duckert. Also left behind are his mother, Maureen Duckert; sister, Kay Bakke; father-in-law, Michael Mayer; mother-in-law, Shirley Mayer; brother-in-law, Caleb Mayer; many loving friends; and much extended family. He was preceded in death by father, Douglas.

A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2023.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to friends, neighbors and colleagues who supported Erik and the family over the course of his illness. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420

Erik Douglas Duckert

September 29, 1973 - March 23, 2023

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