Duane James Barnard, 64, of Lafayette, died on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Saint Anthony Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of death. Duane was born in Lafayette, IN to Robert and Mary Jo Barnard and grew up in Fowler, IN, where he lived most of his life before moving to Lafayette in 2001. He graduated from Benton Central Jr/Sr High School in 1971.
A United States Army Veteran, Duane proudly volunteered to serve two terms in the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1975 and then was stationed in Germany from 1975 to 1977. Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he worked at the Benton County CO-OP Extension in Fowler, IN. Over the years, his health declined due to exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. Duane fought for years for his Agent Orange VA Compensation, but was never awarded benefits. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Organization. Duane enjoyed playing cards, especially poker and loved shooting pool. He absolutely loved spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Nothing made him prouder than being a father and a papa. His children were the most important people in his life. He was dedicated to them and their happiness. Surviving are two daughters; one son; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; four sisters; four brothers; and many nieces and nephews.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Kyle Barnard; and an infant grandson, Deklan Richards.
The family would like to offer their heartfelt gratitude to the Franciscan Health Lafayette East nursing staff. Also, the staff on Blueberry Lane at Saint Anthony's Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for their compassion and care for Duane.
Funeral Services are being arranged by Windler Funeral Home of Fowler, IN. Visitation will be held from 9:00 - 10:30 AM followed by Mass at 10:30 AM on Friday, September 14, 2018 at St. Mary's Cathedral, 1207 Columbia Street, Lafayette, IN. Father Robert Klemme officiating. Burial to follow at the Fowler Cemetery, 465 West Division Road, Fowler, IN at 1:00 PM.
A United States Army Veteran, Duane proudly volunteered to serve two terms in the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1975 and then was stationed in Germany from 1975 to 1977. Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he worked at the Benton County CO-OP Extension in Fowler, IN. Over the years, his health declined due to exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. Duane fought for years for his Agent Orange VA Compensation, but was never awarded benefits. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Organization. Duane enjoyed playing cards, especially poker and loved shooting pool. He absolutely loved spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Nothing made him prouder than being a father and a papa. His children were the most important people in his life. He was dedicated to them and their happiness. Surviving are two daughters; one son; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; four sisters; four brothers; and many nieces and nephews.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Kyle Barnard; and an infant grandson, Deklan Richards.
The family would like to offer their heartfelt gratitude to the Franciscan Health Lafayette East nursing staff. Also, the staff on Blueberry Lane at Saint Anthony's Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for their compassion and care for Duane.
Funeral Services are being arranged by Windler Funeral Home of Fowler, IN. Visitation will be held from 9:00 - 10:30 AM followed by Mass at 10:30 AM on Friday, September 14, 2018 at St. Mary's Cathedral, 1207 Columbia Street, Lafayette, IN. Father Robert Klemme officiating. Burial to follow at the Fowler Cemetery, 465 West Division Road, Fowler, IN at 1:00 PM.
Duane James Barnard, 64, of Lafayette, died on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Saint Anthony Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of death. Duane was born in Lafayette, IN to Robert and Mary Jo Barnard and grew up in Fowler, IN, where he lived most of his life before moving to Lafayette in 2001. He graduated from Benton Central Jr/Sr High School in 1971.
A United States Army Veteran, Duane proudly volunteered to serve two terms in the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1975 and then was stationed in Germany from 1975 to 1977. Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he worked at the Benton County CO-OP Extension in Fowler, IN. Over the years, his health declined due to exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. Duane fought for years for his Agent Orange VA Compensation, but was never awarded benefits. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Organization. Duane enjoyed playing cards, especially poker and loved shooting pool. He absolutely loved spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Nothing made him prouder than being a father and a papa. His children were the most important people in his life. He was dedicated to them and their happiness. Surviving are two daughters; one son; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; four sisters; four brothers; and many nieces and nephews.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Kyle Barnard; and an infant grandson, Deklan Richards.
The family would like to offer their heartfelt gratitude to the Franciscan Health Lafayette East nursing staff. Also, the staff on Blueberry Lane at Saint Anthony's Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for their compassion and care for Duane.
Funeral Services are being arranged by Windler Funeral Home of Fowler, IN. Visitation will be held from 9:00 - 10:30 AM followed by Mass at 10:30 AM on Friday, September 14, 2018 at St. Mary's Cathedral, 1207 Columbia Street, Lafayette, IN. Father Robert Klemme officiating. Burial to follow at the Fowler Cemetery, 465 West Division Road, Fowler, IN at 1:00 PM.
A United States Army Veteran, Duane proudly volunteered to serve two terms in the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1975 and then was stationed in Germany from 1975 to 1977. Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he worked at the Benton County CO-OP Extension in Fowler, IN. Over the years, his health declined due to exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. Duane fought for years for his Agent Orange VA Compensation, but was never awarded benefits. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Organization. Duane enjoyed playing cards, especially poker and loved shooting pool. He absolutely loved spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Nothing made him prouder than being a father and a papa. His children were the most important people in his life. He was dedicated to them and their happiness. Surviving are two daughters; one son; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; four sisters; four brothers; and many nieces and nephews.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Kyle Barnard; and an infant grandson, Deklan Richards.
The family would like to offer their heartfelt gratitude to the Franciscan Health Lafayette East nursing staff. Also, the staff on Blueberry Lane at Saint Anthony's Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for their compassion and care for Duane.
Funeral Services are being arranged by Windler Funeral Home of Fowler, IN. Visitation will be held from 9:00 - 10:30 AM followed by Mass at 10:30 AM on Friday, September 14, 2018 at St. Mary's Cathedral, 1207 Columbia Street, Lafayette, IN. Father Robert Klemme officiating. Burial to follow at the Fowler Cemetery, 465 West Division Road, Fowler, IN at 1:00 PM.
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