Michael John Van Dusen

MICHAEL VAN DUSEN Michael John Van Dusen, 71, of Las Vegas, passed away March 17, 2012. Michael was born in Van Nuys, Calif. to Walter and Marie Van Dusen. His family lived in Las Vegas on 1 Bonneville, even at the time of his birth, so he was a true "native". He attended the Fifth Street Grammar School and attended Las Vegas High School until he joined the U.S. Navy in 1958. Michael married Karen Cadenbach August 16, 1968 at the Little Chapel of the West. Together they raised four children. As a life-long dealer and pit boss, Michael worked in such iconic places such as the Dunes, the Riviera, the Holiday Inn, and the Tropicana, but his favorite was the Desert Inn. Michael then retired from the gaming industry. Michael was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, "Duce" Van Dusen. Michael is survived by his wife, Karen; sons, Walter and Hank; daughters, Mikelle and Peggy; grandsons, Alex, Ryan, and Nic; granddaughters, Samantha, Amanda, and Hannah; and great-granddaughter Savannah. Services for Michael will be private.