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Dusty McDowell
DUSTY MCDOWELL
Cedar Rapids
Dusty McDowell, 45, of Cedar Rapids, died peacefully in his home Tuesday, June 16, 2020. Celebration of Life details are pending and there will be a private family burial.
Dusty is survived by his wife, Rachel McDowell; children, Austin (Morgan) McDowell and Skyler (Paige) McDowell; brother, Mat Hentges; sister, Heather Morgan; mother, Terry Butler; and cat, Lovey. He was preceded in death by his stepdad, Ken Butler.
Dusty was an incredibly smart person, full of life and always had a way to make people laugh. He also was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and never missed a game. He leaves behind many family members, friends, neighbors and acquaintances and will be remembered by all who knew him.
His family would like to send a sincere thank-you for all of the condolences they have received.
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