Mr. Duane Louis Degenstein, 79, of Corning, AR., passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at home surrounded by his family. Mr. Degenstein was born in Anamoose, ND., on November 1, 1938. He was a jack of all trades. His work included being an electrician, a mechanic and driving a pilot car. He enjoyed bingo, fishing, and working. He also proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army. He attended Saint Joseph the Worker Church in Corning, AR.
He married his wife of 48 years Mrs. Susan Janis (Smith) Degenstein on November 14, 1969. She survives, other survivors include his children Brandy and husband Chris Flores of Corning, AR., Dustin Degenstein and wife Chasity of Corning, AR.; brother James Degenstein and wife Myrt of Golden Globe, AZ.; sister Millie and husband Jack Mora of Minnesota; eight grandchildren Amber, Will, Christopher, Daniel, Zander, Briley, Madi, Secret; two great-grandchildren Zayne and Little Zander; and his mother-in-law Lorene Curtis.
He was preceded in death by his parents Egedy and Barbara (Hentz) Degenstein; sister Hilda Trost; and father-in-law Chester “Smitty” Smith.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
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