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Duane France Obituary
Duane loved the outdoors and Colorado's beautiful landscape, and spent much of his time hiking and exploring its beauty and wonder.
He is survived by his brothers, John Dennis and Mark; his sisters, Pam and Karen; daughter, Tammy; sons, Duane and Jesse; granddaughter, Christina; grandsons, Daniel, Mark, and Jesse; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Bonnie and brother, Kim.
A Visitation and Celebration of Duane's Life will be held, 10:00AM-12:00PM, Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
He will then be ceremonially interred, 2:30PM, Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 South Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80235.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Colorado Veterans Resource Coalition (The Crawford House) at www.cvrcforvets.org, or to the military veteran charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Duane France
Alicia Hill
June 13, 2017
We are praying for peace for the family during this difficult time. Sending all our love.
Andrew & Dyann Careaga
June 12, 2017
We are so saddened by this loss. Duane was so full of life and joy and a great sense of adventure. Duane, may your soul rest in peace.
Travis Apel
June 9, 2017
I was shocked to learn of Duane's loss. Though I never met him in person, I wanted to plan on visiting him in Colorado someday. My wish is for peace for the family, we send our sympathies.
-Travis Apel & Family
Margo and Tom Apel
June 9, 2017
Duane, we will miss your smiling face. You were such a kind soul and always so upbeat and positive about life. We will miss that most of all. You left us too soon, but I know you are singing with the angels now and praising The Lord up in Heaven as you were here on Earth. We will miss you, cousin.
Tina Hunt-Meeks
June 9, 2017
Lighting your way, my condolences to the entire France Family.
Chris & Carole Careaga
June 9, 2017
We will miss you, cousin. Rest in peace.
Roger Careaga
June 9, 2017
I will miss Duane and seeing his hiking adventures on Facebook. I was pleased to reconnect with cousin Duane when I visited the St. Louis area in 2010. I wish his family peace and fond memories of Duane. I sorry I can't be there for his internment.
Vickie Layton
June 9, 2017
Oh so many memories of you while I was growing up. One that really sticks out was your love of music. I remember you trying to quiz me on the names of songs played on the radio. You just could not believe I did not know hardly any names. Happy you found peace in your life and will miss you.
Cornell & Shonte Young
June 9, 2017
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your own understanding." Proverbs 3:5
Sending love and prayers to the entire family of Mr. France. We love you and are here for you.
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