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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Duane Christopher Suazo, 53, of Durango, Colorado on February 28, 2019.
Duane was born in Durango on October 12, 1965 and was a lifelong resident. He attended area schools and school in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. He worked in local restaurants and was a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe.
Duane was a people person and had many friends. He enjoyed music, dancing, movies, reading and visiting with friends and family. We will miss him joking around and especially his smile. He was always willing to be helpful to all. He had a heart of gold.
Duane is survived by his siblings: Agnes, Kevin, Cecilia Suazo and Susan (Steve) Suazo-Sanchez; aunts: Vonestine William, Mary Elvie (Tony) Santistevan and Oralia Suazo; uncle: Roy (Vera) O'John; as well as many cousins and extended family.
Duane was preceded in death by his parents, Fred J. and Mary P. Suazo; brother Norbert; aunt Elidia and uncle Robert Lee.
The Recitation of the Rosary will be held at 6pm on Thurs., March 14, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Durango. A memorial mass will be held at 10am on Fri., March 15, 2019, also at Sacred Heart. A burial of ashes will take place in Spring 2019 at the Ouray Memorial Cemetery, Ignacio. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in Duane's memory.
The family would like to thank the following for their support of Duane: The Southern Ute Indian Tribe, Durango Adult Education Center, Durango Police Department and Emergency response teams and especially to all his friends.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Hood Mortuary - Durango.
My sincere condolences for your loss of Duane. May God be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Psalms 94:19
March 14, 2019
We are all so sorry for your loss the Garcia Barbara , Charlotte , David & Carol
Charlotte Garcia
March 13, 2019
I'd like to extend my condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your loved one Duane Suazo, may the words at 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17 soothe your hearts.
March 12, 2019
Our long time buddy is in heaven wuth the angels. I will miss you my friend..who akways had a hug for me when he greated me. I will miss playing pool and drinking a few beers..cheers rip...
Grace Amalla
March 10, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
March 10, 2019
Andrea Quintana
March 9, 2019
I will miss you Duane. You were a great friend.
Give my boy a great big hug for me.
March 8, 2019
You truly had a heart of gold.
Catherine Martinez
Friend
March 8, 2019
My heartfelt condolences.
Catherine Martinez
Friend
March 8, 2019
Catherine Martinez
March 8, 2019
My deepest sympathy to you, Agnes, and to your family. May our Heavenly Father bless and comfort you!!
Judi Willis
March 8, 2019
Duane I am going to miss you so very much from my morning text messages to you dancing around with your fur and bling. You were a very special person to me and Hazel and we will truly miss you.
Michelle Romero
March 8, 2019
My condolences to the Suazo family. knew them when lived on 6th ave in Durango. so sorry for your loss
Nellie Reyes and family
March 8, 2019
I can't belive you are gone my heart is so heavy there are no words can explain how I am filling right now I love you like a brother and you have left me to soon but I will allways hold you close to my heart you have left me so heart broken hurt and sad I love you to the moon and back rip my sweet dear friend yes you are gone but never will you be forgotten love allways and for ever your friend sange
Sange
March 7, 2019
My sincere condolences to the Suazo Family, so sorry for the loss of Duane. It sadden me to hear of his passing. He was known by many, he will be missed. Rest In Peace "SUAZO".
Wendy ENRIQUEZ
March 7, 2019
I was Duane's best friend and want to tell all his family members how very sorry I am my prayers to you all. I am going to miss his so much he truly did have a heart of gold. And he truly did love people his favorite quote was als What you doing he used to make me laugh so hard I love you Duane till we meet again may you be at peace RIP my dear friend I will miss you and your silly personality
Debbra Landaverde
March 7, 2019
To all the Suazo family, Love and prayers. So, so sorry to hear about Duane's passing.
Ron & Connie Vigil
March 7, 2019
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