MADISON - Steven Donald Dushek, age 66, of Madison, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, at home. He was born on July 14, 1958, in Madison, the son of Donald and Lorraine (Nilles) Dushek.

Steve was a graduate of La Follette High School. He married Laurie (Bald) in Madison. They were married for 38 years. He worked for the City of Madison, in the engineering department for over 20 years, retiring in 2022.

Steve was our rock, the foundation of our family. He was always willing to help others and could fix just about anything. Steve had a passion for the outdoors, loved fishing and hunting with lifelong friend, Dane Adkins. His happy place was at the Dushek cabin, sitting around the campfire sharing life stories to all that would listen. He loved to prepare meals on the grill and cooking for the family, anxiously awaiting feedback.

Steve is survived by his wife, Laurie; children, Brittany (Ryan) Bowar and Christina (Luis) Anchondo; grandchildren, Antonio, Aiden, Alayna, Ava and Arlene; canine companion, Freckles; siblings, Mary (Stan) Hedrick and Gina Krull; and many other friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Peter Dushek; parents-in-law, Robert and Joan; and brother-in-law, Keith Krull.

Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Please come casual, as Steve would want it that way.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Steve’s name to the Dane County Humane Society or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

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

Steven Dushek

July 14, 1958 - November 11, 2024

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