Duane Howard Waskow

A celebration of life for Duane Howard Waskow, 74, of Valley View, is set for 10:00 AM Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Gainesville.

Duane was born on July 28, 1942 in Marshalltown, IA to Howard Lee and Marian Lucille (Jenks) Waskow. He passed away on August 20, 2016 in Denton from complications due to cancer treatments.

Duane was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He was an avid Texas Rangers fan, and enjoyed his retirement years ushering for the Frisco Roughriders.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judy Waskow of Valley View; son John Waskow and his wife Sara of Keller; son Jeff Waskow and his wife Kathy of Plano; son Jim Waskow of Dallas; grandchildren Paige Waskow, Blake Waskow, Kristin Waskow, and Kyle Waskow. He is also survived by his brother Richard Waskow of Sioux City, IA.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Duane was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and one sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.