"to the person who just posted and just learned of Mike's passing...this is his sister. He was the best, thanks for the post. If you want to share more, email me at mktaylor@mahaska.org"
In loving memory of
Michael E. Dowdle
August 23, 2013
Michael E. Dowdle, age 49, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 23, 2013, of heart disease. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Mary Alice (McCormick) Dowdle and Edward W. Dowdle. He was a member of the Monona Grove High School Class of 1982. He served in the United States Navy. Michael was an avid Green Bay Packer fan, and loved music, his family and his friends. He was known for his generous heart, and he always brought a smile to all he met. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Alice McCormick Dowdle. He is survived by his fiancé Ellen Kahl, his beloved cat Pumpkin, his father, Edward W. (Maureen) Dowdle, his sisters Ann Dowdle (Connecticut), Mary Kate (Michael) Taylor (Iowa), Patricia (Kendall) Gulseth, (Stoughton) and his nieces and nephews, Alex Sampson (Iowa), Lauren Sampson (Iowa), Adam Gulseth (Stoughton), and Sarah Gulseth (Stoughton). Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery on Friday, August 30, 2013.
Tributes
"I love you Mike. Just found out, I believe in God and I know you will get this message, somehow, somewhere. Love you sweetie and can you please look at the sugar /flour jar?"
"Ken! How are you? Thanks for the tribute. Lots of memories, lots of laughs! "
"Kate, the name from knoxville was.ken jones"
"I once worked with Mike at a local Madison bar. He is one of the most generous and coolest dudes I have ever met. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends. He's now showing someone else how to make 25 Rubens at once. Ill see you again one day Mike."
"Mike was in the life of our family years ago. He was there for us at the time of my sister Joan Lien's death April 1st 1991...and we were there for him as well. He and Joan were so very close. My deepest sympathy at this very sad time. God Bless all of you."
"Dear Ellen, Ann, Trish, and Kate, Michael had the most genuine warmth. What a sweet guy! I really pray you are all comforted by many wonderful memories."
"I used to work with Mike at Mountain Jack's eons ago and you never can forget him. He was so nice and always there to lend an ear. He will be missing"
"To Ann, Kate & Trish, mere words cannot express my true sorrow of Michaels loss. He was my best friend and our friendship was one that lasted a lifetime. He and I had a bond from childhood, which could never be altered by time or distance. We were brothers, and my life will never be the same without him. Please except my deepest condolences, and know I will forever love and miss him"
"My deepest condolences to your family. Mike was a genuine caring and fun-loving man who adored making people smile!"
"Can the last posting re post your name? All I can see is Knox, Tn-- I know Mike and I loved our time in Knoxville. Thank you for the post, he was so fun."
"Kate, so sorry to see.the passing of mike, he could make me laugh till i cried."
"Thank you Pat and Bill. "
"to Ann,Marykate and Trish we send our love."
"Mike was a professional in the kitchen, and a really nice, sweet man outside the kitchen. He worked for us and was a great employee when he was at work. His smile could melt a lot of hearts. RIP Mike. "
"Mike was a very sweet caring guy! I can't believe you are gone! I'm so shocked! You will be greatly missed!"
"Mike was funny, wild and a player. We were friends during his wild days and we had lots of fun. His good looks and charming personality got him in lots of trouble! I loved hearing his stories and hanging with him. We had Good times. Mike thought he'd die young, I'm sorry to see it happened. Forever Young Mikey !!"
"Mike could make you feel better about life with his genuine consideration and warmth. He could also tell a joke without saying a word. Who he was made where you were a better place."
"He saved my brother's life in 1996. He was a great person and a wonderful friend to have. "