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Michael Duschner Obituary

Michael J. Duschner, 74 CARLSBAD -- Michael J. Duschner died Friday, October 15, 2010 in his home following a brief illness. Michael John Duschner was born May 26, 1936 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Michael W. and Anna Marie (Deichl) Duschner. After the death of his mother in 1940, his father married Mathilda Hansen who raised Mike as her own son. The family moved to Monticello, Iowa in 1943 where Mike attended local schools, graduating in 1954. Following graduation, Mike enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving for six years. After living briefly in California, Mike moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he worked at Collins Radio for a number of years before returning to California, working for Hughes Aircraft and retiring from there in 1993. Mike is survived by his brother, Robert (Sharon) Duschner of Monticello, Iowa; his nieces, Paula (Larry) Hartman of Anamosa, Iowa, Patty (David) Welter of Central City, Iowa, and Sue (Robert) Menster of Monticello, Iowa; great nieces and nephews; many cousins and numerous friends for which he counted among his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a nephew, David Duschner. A Celebration of Life with graveside services will be held in Monticello, with burial in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times on Nov. 7, 2010.

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Paula Hartman

May 26, 2024

Missing you on what would have been your 88th Birthday. Happy Birthday Uncle Mike.

Paula Duschner Hartman

November 1, 2020

It's past 10 years Uncle Mike, and you are still so deeply missed. I pray we will all be together again some day. Much love from your family. ❤

Michael Flood

November 18, 2010

Mike worked for me at Hughes Aircraft. He had several medical problems, but never let them prevent him from doing the most intricate work. He was a welcome guest at our home for Thanksgiving dinners. He was a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.

Larry Kilroy

November 12, 2010

I worked with Mike at Hughes. We lived in the same apartment complex. He was a good friend and neighbor.

Paula Hartman

November 10, 2010

Forever in our hearts, we love you and miss you...

Katy

November 9, 2010

Mike came into the library every morning. He was a wonderful man; he always had a smile and kind words for us. He will be missed.

Ken Satterlee

November 9, 2010

Mike and I worked together for many years. He and I took a few classes at Palomar College. After we retired we would get together for breakfast or lunch. Now I realize it wasn't near often enough. I will miss his friendship.

Michael John Duschner

Paula Hartman

November 9, 2010

High School Graduation

Paula Hartman

November 7, 2010

School boy

Paula Hartman

November 7, 2010

Mike and younger brother Bob

Paula Hartman

November 7, 2010

A dapper young Mike

Paula Hartman

November 7, 2010

Paula Hartman

November 7, 2010

Uncle Mike loved California, he loved airplanes and he loved his family and his friends who were like family to him. He will be deeply missed by his family here in Iowa.

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