Duane Auten
March 29, 2020
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Duane Auten, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 29, 2020. He was born in Grant City, Missouri, on June 26, 1940, the son of Arthur (Pete) and Florence Auten.
Duane moved to the community of Altoona in 1972. He was one of the founding members of Adventure Life Church, an active member with the Altoona Lions club, he enjoyed volunteering in multiple community events and was a member of Altoona’s early volunteer fire department. Duane especially enjoyed sharing his gardening tips and secrets and had a special gift for growing and caring for a variety of plants.
Duane enjoyed traveling throughout the US to visit and celebrate with his family and friends especially in Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska and Texas.
Duane is survived by his loving wife, Donita “Doni” Auten; Jodie West (Dave), Kevin Auten, Angela Hennigar (Mitchell), Steve Rehms (Jackie) and Robert Rehms (Lisa). Grandchildren: Joshua Davenport (Erin), Brittney George (Kurt), CJ Lane, Mason Auten (Alyssa), Chelsea Rehms, McKenzie Reber (Zack) and Krystal Rehms. Great Grandchildren: Kaiden and Jayson Davenport, Zoey George, and Ella Auten.
Duane is also survived by siblings, Vivian Coleman, Virginia Robison and Leslie Auten (Tama) and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Pete and Florence, brother Ralph and sister Vera Hamblin.
A celebration of life will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2020, at Adventure Life Church, 1700 8th Street SW in Altoona. There will be a special Balloon send off beginning at 6:15pm from the church parking area.
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting you send donations in Duane Auten’s name to Altoona Lions Club, 2401 8th Street Court SW, Altoona, IA 50009 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 1730 28th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Tania Morrow
06/20/2020
So sorry to hear about Uncle Duane. He will be deeply missed. I'm going to miss making the monkey bread for him at Christmas dinner.
Venice- Mason's Mother in law
04/16/2020
I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in all your memories.
Don & Sandy Den Hartog
04/12/2020
Sandy and I send our condolences to Doni and the entire family. He was a special guy, always there with a smile, laugh or a joke, but was sincere and giving as well. Besides being around Duane thru Adventure Life church for many years, I would see him periodically at the floor covering distributor where I worked, when he would be picking up product. He would always brighten my day. Blessings to you all.
Lorraine Gibbens
04/10/2020
I am so sorry for Duanes family. He was a kind man & pleasant to be around. Doni, my thoughts & prayers are with you all. ????
Christa Wilson
04/09/2020
It was my pleasure to be there to help out in you last hours, Uncle Cheese. You have always been my favorite uncle with yours joking and antics, like my dad. You will be missed. Till will meet again Uncle Cheese.
Georgette Schutte
04/08/2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to Duane's family. I had the honor of working with Duane at Nebraska Furniture Mart until his retirement. He was a wonderful person. I enjoyed working side by side with Duane.
Brad & Patti Aker
04/08/2020
So sorry to hear about Duanes passing. Sending our love and condolences to all the family. I have many fond memories of Duane and his visits to California. Much love to my special cousin Donita on her loss.??
Connie Willey
04/08/2020
So sorry for your loss, Duane used to live across the street from my parents when they lived in Altoona. He was a great neighbor and he will be dearly missed.
Tessa Steele
04/03/2020
Sending my love to Donnie and the family. Duane was like a grandpa to me growing up - he was always teaching, guiding, and making me laugh with his silliness throughout my teens. The Autens made sure we had creative outlets and a home to go to. Incredibly grateful for the love I received from the Autens. I was so sadden to hear this news but I know he is very much in a better place. Praying for you all during this difficult time.
Jon and Kristy Steele
04/02/2020
We are so sad to learn of Duane's Homegoing but Jesus welcomed him with open arms. Our thoughts are with your family and we are sending prayers of comfort to you all. Love from Minnesota-
Jon and Kristy Steele
Angie Lawrence
04/01/2020
We will have a lot to celebrate on June 26th! What a lively, kind-hearted man Duane was. I'm thinking of your family as you had to say goodbye for now but I'm also praising Jesus that Duane is whole and healthy again!