Duane Ticknor, born in Greeley, Colorado and formally of Lincoln City, Oregon died suddenly in Sun Lakes, Arizona where he was enjoying his retirement. He has gone home to the Lord, to his father and mother, son Rick, and sister Joie. Duane leaves behind his beloved wife Vonnie, his sons Rod, Robert and George, sisters Rosie and Ruthie, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Duane was a teacher and counselor in Lincoln City School District at Taft High School, where he spent his entire teaching career beginning in 1968. He coached wrestling and girls volleyball and left an immeasurable impact on his students.
Duane had a great love of hunting and fishing. He bagged many big game animals and was a very successful fisherman. He especially loved his trips to Alaska with his son George and
hunting buffalo and antelope with his buddy John Stotka.
His lasting impact on his family, friends and students will be forever remembered, including
those who he will never meet as an organ donor.
A summer memorial service in Lincoln City is being planned. Date and time still to be
determined.
Submitted by Robert Ticknor.
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