Duaine Lyle Beckland, 72, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born July 24, 1948 in Crookston, MN. Son of George and Anna (Abrams) Beckland. Veteran of the United States Army having served as a Medic during the Vietnam War. United in marriage to Kristine Selquist on April 8, 1972 in Tabor Lutheran Church in Rockford. Retired from Chrysler Corporation in 2008 after 42 years of employment. Together with Kristine, they found enjoyment in listening to live music especially the Bullet Band, dancing and visiting their favorite local bar establishments. Duaine had a love of guitars and had collected several over the years.
Survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Kristine; daughters, Jennifer (Josh Anderson) Pauley, Lori Scheck; grandchildren, Lucas Pauley, Hailey Scheck and Brady Scheck; siblings, Walt (Pam) Beckland, Luann (Steve) Lungstrom, Joanie (Bob) Damon; special sister-in-law, Louis Patterson; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents.
Private Family Graveside will be held in Sunset Memorial Gardens, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family for a memorial to be established at a later date. To share a condolence www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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