Duane McQuate

Duane E. McQuate, age 86, of Dunedin, Florida and Benton, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2017 at Suncoast Hospice in Palm Harbor, FL. He was a former resident of both Mansfield and Ashland, Ohio. Duane was born September 29, 1930, in Ashland, Ohio to Donald and Bertha (Fry) McQuate.

Duane was an Air Force Veteran, lifelong Christian, and devoted decades to General Motors (Retiree). He always knew what the grandkids were doing, what sport season it was for them, what hobbies they were involved in, never missed a birthday and was always in touch. A life well lived and we will miss him!

He was preceded in death just 2 years and 1 week earlier, by his beloved wife, Mary P. McQuate. Surviving are his four children, Craig (Mary Ellen) McQuate of North Andover, MA, Kristina Blanchard of Holt, MI, Valerie (Don) Miller of Mason, OH, and Douglas McQuate. Duane was a loving grandfather to five grandsons, one granddaughter, and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2017 at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 100 South Lexington-Springmill Road, Ontario conducted by Rev. Peg Welch. Friends may call one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., at the funeral home on Saturday. Burial will follow in Mansfield Memorial Park. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make a memorial contribution to Suncoast Hospice Care Center, 164 West Lake Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34684. The Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is assisting the family.