Duane Charles Mitts
Born: Mon., Mar. 24, 1930
Died: Tue., Apr. 5, 2011
Memorial Service
2:00 PM Mon., Apr. 25, 2011
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Duane Charles Mitts, an 81 year old resident of Tindall, MO passed away at5:45 p.m., Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at the Golden Living Center in Maryville, MO.
The body was cremated. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 25, 2011 at Resthaven mortuary of Trenton. Tim Munday will officiate. Memorial contributions can be left to the donor’s choice.
Duane Mitts was born March 24, 1930 in Story City, IA to Clarence Emery and Ester Jeanette Ness Mitts. He served in the Korean War with the United States Air Force from 1948 to 1950. On August 5, 1953 he was united in marriage to Rosareah Ruth Ellis in Clayton, NM. She preceded him in death on January 18, 2000. Mr. Mitts worked for many years as a yard manager for Lakeview Lumber Mill in Lakeview. OR and as a volunteer for the Lakeview, E.M.T. for 18 years. He was a member of the Elk’s and Eagle lodges as well as the Trenton Ham Operator Club.
Surviving relatives include his daughter Carol Ruiz of Princeton, MO a sister Marjorie Hooker of Griggsdille, IL, a daughter-in-law Kelly Mitta of Rainer, OR, three grandchildren Nicole McConnell of Princeton, MO, Lindsey Smith of Deer Island, OR, and Randy Mitts of Springfield, OR, and seven great grandchildren.
Those preceding him in death include his parents, wife, and sons Gary and Doyle Mitts.
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Shally Cottrell
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Posted Thu April 07, 2011
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I wish to express my greatest sympathy to your family. I first met Duane at the public library where he came in needing great help with his computer skills. Oh, how he brought laughter to me when he would argue with the computer. He was always giving me advice on life and much of it I took to heart! He loved his jokes and was always leaving them on my desk. He once told me I was like a daughter to him..or grand-daughter, he laughed. He was a great man and I know loved my many. I will greatly miss him.
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Rosalea Leeper, Steve and Becky Wilson
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Posted Thu April 07, 2011
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I hated to hear about Duane. I will never forget his jokes. He could always make us laugh. If you need anything, do not hesitate to call us. He will be missed by many people.
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Anna Lou Mack Martin
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Posted Sun April 10, 2011
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So sorry to learn of the passing of my old childhood friend. We lived across the road from each other as children and often played at our house or his. I especially loved to go to his house, where he lived with his grandmother, and play the old organ in the parlor.
One story I remember was told about him. When I had my legs broken he came one day to visit. At the time I was 5 years old and he was 6. The community had been very kind to the little girl with the broken legs and when Duane saw the many toys and gifts he remarked, "Gee, I wish I had my legs broke."
My condolences go out to the family. He will be missed.
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Kayla Kempton
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Posted Sun April 24, 2011
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I was sorry to hear about Duane''s passing. He was a patient and kind man and he will be missed.
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