September 29, 1942 - August 12, 2009
Age 66, of Anna Maria Island, FL, formerly of Warsaw, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at home.
He was born September 29, 1942 in Warsaw, son of the late Alfred White and Madeline Bailey White of South Warsaw.
Duane was a proud military veteran who served in the US Army. He enjoyed reading, history, classic films and old television shows. He was an animal lover, avid sports fan and was an accomplished woodworker and carpenter. Duane enjoyed the simple things in life and quiet peaceful times.
Surviving along with his mother is his wife and long time companion of over 30 years, Mary Kiley White of Anna Maria Island, FL. He was dear father to two daughters, Denise Rader of Batavia, Wendy (Jeremy) Jerge of Cowlesville and one son, Jerry (Cassie) White of Hagerstown, MD; stepfather to Lorraine Murray of Warsaw, Steven Cicero of Bradenton Beach, FL and Douglas (Virginia) Cicero of Wonder Lake, IL; beloved brother of Lavern (Rita) White of Gainesville, NY, Eugene White of Warsaw, Wanda Casselberry of South Warsaw and Lisa (Donald) Myers of Wyoming, NY. Duane was the proud grandfather of 9 grandchildren and is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Audrey Bunce.
Friends may call Sunday 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 at Robinson & Hackemer Funeral Home, 246 N. Main St., Warsaw. A veterans service will be held Sunday evening at 6:45 PM at the funeral home. A graveside service with military honors will be held Monday at 11 AM at Maple Grove Cemetery, East Rd., Gainesville. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 2113 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624. Online condolences at http://www.robinsonandhackemer.com.
August 16, 2009 : Calling Hours for Duane A. White - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM - At Robinson And Hackemer Funeral Home
August 16, 2009 : Veterans Service for Duane A. White - 6:45 PM - At Robinson And Hackemer Funeral Home
August 16, 2009 : Calling Hours for Duane A. White - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM - At Robinson And Hackemer Funeral Home
August 17, 2009 : Graveside Service with military honors for Duane A. White at Maple Grove Cemetery, Gainesville - 11:00 AM - At Maple Grove Cemetery, East Rd., Gainesville, NY
Jan 8.10 from Denise Rader:
Know one will ever know just how much I miss you Dad, I remember so many good childhood memories and know that you touched many lives. You will be sadly missed by your children and grandchildren as well as Mary. I will see you again one day. Love you
Sep 3.09 from Roger & Jane Stephens:
Dear Mary and family,
We are so very sorry to learn of Duane's death. We were out of town and unable to attend calling hours.
We are thinking of you all.
Aug 28.09 from Dave and Gerry Williams:
Mary, Jerry, Cassie and Family. We wish to extend our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories of your loved one. Dave and Gerry and family
Aug 17.09 from sakwwjd@yahoo.com:
Mary,Sorry to read about Duane our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family,I know he will be missed by all.
Aug 16.09 from John & Kristin Walczak:
Wendy,Jeremy,Bri. , We are very sorry to here of your loss. Jeremy's mom and Wendy,s dad will now tell stories to one another about there family's. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John & Kristin
Aug 15.09 from ANDREA/GREG BAKER:
MARY , IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. WE LIVE SO CLOSE YET IT SEEMED LIKE THERE WILL ALWAYS BE TIME TO GET TOGETHER. I'M SORRY TIME RAN OUT AND I DID COME TO SEE YOU AND DUANE.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Aug 15.09 from Pat Rice Walker:
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of Duane! Enjoy the time you had together and know he is in better hands now. Pat Rice in Gainesville FL
Aug 15.09 from Maureen Mullins:
Rest in Peace Duane.
Maureen
Aug 15.09 from Sue and Matt Bartle:
Wendy,Jeremy,Brianna,
We are sorry for your loss and are thinking of you. Love Sue and Matt
Aug 15.09 from Andy & Gertie:
Dear Mary & Family, It comes with great sorrow to learn of your loss
Andy & I would like to sincerely extend our depest sorrow & wish you & your famiy comfort at this time. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and all your family.
Love
Andy & Gertie
Aug 14.09 from Doug, Ginny & Jesse Cicero:
We are with you in spirit.