DUANE STEVEN MESPELL, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Though born in Fort Wayne, Duane lived in Phoenix, Ariz. and worked as a machine operator for 15 years. In 1998, he moved back to Fort Wayne to help with his ailing parents. He is survived by his sister, Cheryl; brothers, Louie (Maureen), Edward (Angel) Cooper and Mike Cooper. He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene; mother, Nellie; father, Edward; sister, Kimmy; and brother, Terry. Friends may call from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2015 at Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Home, Winchester Road Chapel. Preferred memorials may be made to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Road.
