Michael A. Dudkiewicz, 54, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2011, surrounded by family and friends at his home after fighting a courageous battle against cancer.

He was born in Platteville and raised in the Cedarburg area graduating from Cedarburg High School in 1975. After high school, he attended UWOshkosh, then MATC, and began his career as the owner and installer of a commercial window contracting company.

In 2007, he found his soul mate in Joan Sigler and they have spent their lives together ever since. Mike loved hunting, fishing, golfing, and enjoyed landscaping and cooking. For a number of years, he coached the Cedarburg Middle School Colts football team and participated in competitive archery shoots. He was a member of Horicon Marsh Bowmen and West-Bar Sportsmen’s Clubs.

He is survived by his soul mate and partner, Joan Sigler; children, Cassie and Brendan Sigler; parents, Leonard and Lois Dudkiewicz (nee Camlek); sister, Laurie Jentges; brother, Ronald; nieces, Katie and Becky Jentges aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents.

The memorial service for Michael will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at noon at Trinity Lutheran Church of West Bend, 140 N. 7th Ave., with the Rev. David Schoob presiding. The visitation will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at noon, also at the church.

"We would like to thank our families, many dear friends, and the dedicated health care providers that have supported us during this difficult time."

The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family, (262) 338-2050 or www.phillipfuneralhome.com.