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Michael Dueker Obituary
Michael J. Dueker, born December 6, 1963, passed January 29, 2014. He was a loving husband and father who was a guiding light in the daily lives of his wife, Alicia and son, Markus. His family, friends and colleagues appreciated his brilliant mind. He will be remembered as always being fun, kind, smart and witty. He loved traveling, running and reading and was the master scheduler of family activities. He will always be remembered and loved.
Mike graduated from Lakeridge High School in Lake Oswego, OR as Valedictorian in 1982. He attended the University of Denver, Whitman College and graduated from the University of Oregon in 1986 with a BA in Mathematics and Minor in Spanish. He received his M.A., in Economics from Northwestern University in 1987, and his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Washington in 1991. He was a Research Economist and Assistant Vice-President at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, 1991-2008. In 2008 he joined Russell Investment as Chief Economist for North America.
While with the St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank he developed a model of U.S. recessions that provided the basis for a business cycle index. As Chief Economist for Russell Investments, Mike wrote for Russell's Market Outlook publications, forecasting the business cycle and the target federal funds rate. He developed and maintained a business cycle index published monthly on Russell.com.
Mike is survived by his wife, Alicia; his son, Markus; parents, Ken and Donna Dueker; and sister, Michelle Carey.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 11:00am at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 7112 S. 12th Street, Tacoma, WA 98465 with a reception to follow. In addition, a Life Celebration event will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014, location in Tacoma to be determined. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Northwest Parkinson's Foundation in memory of Michael Dueker in honor of Donna Dueker, or to the United Way of Pierce County. Interment Calvary Cemetery.
Please leave online condolences at www.gaffneycares.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.
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lynn Radosevich
January 29, 2021
Mike.......always missed, always loved
lynn Radosevich
January 28, 2020
My nephew Mike is always in my heart. I have always felt that he left when he did because he was needed on the other side to help guide us through these tough times on the earth. I well remember the last time that I saw Mike. I had lunch with Mike and my sister Donna. He was wearing a light aqua colored shirt. He was a gentle soul---had a sweet laugh. Oh so bright, and oh, so humble. Always remembered with love.
February 18, 2014
A great human being. You will be missed.
Alison Butler
February 16, 2014
Mike was special even as an undergraduate. I was lucky to have the opportunity to be his teacher and then colleague, where he knew more than I. Mike was one of the kindest people I ever knew and will be missed. My condolences to his family during this difficult time.
Lyn Radosevich
February 14, 2014
a humble, bright, gentle being whose Light will continue to shine on all of us.....thank you Mike.
Allen Bellas
February 8, 2014
We all looked up to Mike in grad school at UW. He was one of the best. I'm so sorry he's gone.
Angela and Steve Strum
February 6, 2014
Gentle, kind, caring
Brilliant man, loving father
Always loved, never forgotten
We are staggered and broken by the loss of this great man. Our hearts and thoughts are with his family today and everyday. We love you Michael and will miss you always.
Emily and Tom Guignon
February 5, 2014
May your memory shine brightly for all who loved you, Mike. The world is much the poorer, and we will miss you terribly.
Marcia Fuller
February 5, 2014
Scott and I are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a very special man to us. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris Neely
February 5, 2014
Michelle and I were very sorry to learn of Mike's passing. We will always remember his gentle good humor and keen intelligence. May the Lord comfort his family at this difficult time.
February 4, 2014
My condolences to the family from Northwestern Mutual in Portland Oregon.
February 4, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
February 4, 2014
May God be with your family.
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