Harold Duane Hoskins

Duane was born on September 17, 1939 to William (Bill) and Dorothy (Hoskins) Gilbert in Richmond, IN.

He graduated from New Madison High School in 1958 and spent the majority of his life in the New Madison (Darke County) area. He retired after 30 years from Chrysler in Dayton.

Duane is preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law Paul Mikesell, brother – in– law Richard Malott, and niece, Cindi (Malott) Hill.

He is survived by Daughters: Diana (Jeff) Hall, Cathy (Paul) Mikesell, Grandchildren: Jessica Bates, Heather Ballinger, Anthony (Katie) Bennett, Stacie Koogler, Chris (Patsy Radford) Bennett, and Leslea (Kevin McKinnon) Hipp. Great grandchildren: Madison (Mason Falknor) Bates, Dakota Wooten, Kyler Martin, Harper Partin, River Ruh, Grayson Bennett, Charlotte Bennett and Leo McKinnon. Great-great grandchildren: Phoenix Falknor and River Falknor Siblings: brother Marion (Karron) Hoskins and sister Barbara (Richard) Malott, along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Duane was a humble and hardworking man who was kind and generous. He deeply loved his family (including extended family) and never met a stranger. He enjoyed striking up a conversation with just about anyone and was truly interested in finding out who they were, where they were from and all about their families.

Over the years, he enjoyed attending dances and events at the Eagles and Parents without Partners (both of which he was a member), frequenting flea markets and puttering around in his garage. He was also often seen attending games and events for his kids, grandkids, and other family members. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him.

A celebration of Duane’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home with Rev. Will Leasure officiating. Burial will follow in the Hollansburg Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made in Duane’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.zecharbailey.com for the Hoskins family.