Duane Spaedt
August 23, 1946 - October 16, 2015
Obituary
Spaedt, Duane R. of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. He was 69 years old. Duane Richard Spaedt was born on August 23, 1946 in Saginaw, to Otto and Hannah (Asmus) Spaedt. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School with the Class of 1964 and then attended Lawrence Institute of Technology. He married Sue Ellen Wahl on May 10, 1969; she survives him. He was then drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War in 1969 until his honorable discharge in 1971. Later, he would then work for the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier for 32 years until his retirement in January 2003. Duane was the president of Generations Family FCU for 25 years, was a coach for Saginaw Township soccer teams and for Little League baseball, a past member of Maple Hill Golf Club, and achieved five holes-in-one. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, golfing, and was an avid sports fan. He loved nothing more than his grandchildren and attending all of their sports activities. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Sue; two sons and one daughter: David (Piper) Spaedt, Jeff (Alicia) Spaedt, and Melinda (Michael) McGovern; five grandchildren: Nick Percival, Kalee Percival, Samuel Spaedt, Emily Spaedt, and Hunter Spaedt; one great-granddaughter, Adelyn Vargas; his mother, Hannah Spaedt; one brother, David A. Spaedt; and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Otto. FUNERAL: A Funeral Liturgy will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at St. Dominic Catholic Parish - Ss. Peter & Paul site, 4735 West Michigan Avenue, 48638. Rev. Fr. Andy LaFramboise will officiate. Rite of Committal will follow in St. Andrew Cemetery. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit with the family at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Tuesday, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. On Wednesday morning, Duane will be taken to church to lie in state from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to University of Michigan Brain Cancer Division, St. Mary's of Michigan Field Neurosciences Institute, or Heartland Home Care and Hospice Services. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home, church, or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Dale Hernden
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Although I hadn't seen Duane in years, I was saddened to see of his passing. Duane and I spent countless hours together at the hockey arena while Jeff and my son David practiced and played hockey games together from ages 5 thru high school. I always admired him for his quiet nature and obvious love and devotion to his children.
My sincere sympathy to his family.
Dale Hernden
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Laura Horb
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He was such a nice man. He always had that smile and twinkle in his eye. He would always make it a point to talk to me whenever I came over to see Melinda. He will be missed. I think he is up in heaven right now playing golf with my dad and Kirt.
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Julius & Jane Hohensee
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We will never forget your smile and outgoing personality. Miss you Duane.
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Nicole
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Jeff and Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. I did not personally know Duane - but feel like i came to know him in a way because of the wonderful stories you would share of him....my heart goes out to all of you. Nicole Buda
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Chris wagner
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Chris Wagner lit a candle in memory of Duane Richard Spaedt
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Paulette Curry
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Our deepest sympathy to you Sue and your family! We loved Duane, and Richard is so glad that he stopped in to see him this summer. He and Richard always had sport stories to talk about, especially hockey. We are keeping you and all the family in prayer and will miss Duane and his wonderful smile!
Richard & Paulette, PtL