Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, he moved to California where he met his wife in 1949 at the Polio Ward of Santa Monica Hospital; they raised four children. Duane retired in March 1993, from Lockheed, after 30 years of service as a Senior Staff Accountant.
Duane enjoyed playing pool, bowling, big band Jazz, westerns, fishing, camping, playing chess, and beating all who were brave enough to play a game of cribbage with him. He also enjoyed assisting with all scouting activities. Most of all Duane enjoyed the loving company of his family particularly, visits with his grand and great grandchildren.
He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend and took special pleasure sharing his humor with family and friends.
Duane was preceded in death by his loving wife Renee, of 52 years in 2004. He is survived by his son Robert Braasch of Berkeley; three daughters, Denise Pracht of Canoga Park, Barbara Braasch of San Diego, and Michele Grindstaff of Camarillo; sister Susie Constable of Sun City West, Arizona; brother-in-law Ronald Goodman of Fremont; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday May 1st, at 2:00pm, at the Eden Memorial Park, located at 11500 Sepulveda Boulevard and Rinaldi St in Mission Hills.
In lieu of flowers, the family invites contributions in his memory to the American Lung Association, March of Dimes, or a favorite charity.
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