Duane was born in Santa Clara, California. He devoted his life to teaching young minds and earned a master’s degree from Santa Clara University in 1976. His career spanned over 50 years of teaching elementary school in California and Nevada. In 2010 he was named "Educator of the Year" by the Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce.
He and his late wife, Eva, had two children (Duane and Aaron) and three grandchildren (Nathan, Evan, and Melinda). His generous spirit and loving charm will remain in the hearts of all he has touched.
Rosary and Funeral Mass, Wednesday 2/15/17 at 10am at Five Wounds Portuguese National Church, 1375 E. Santa Clara Street, San Jose. Graveside service to follow at 12:30pm at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, 490 Lincoln Street, Santa Clara.