Duane "Butch" Allen Jaworski was born in Anchorage on 1/27/77, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2012 at home, he was 35. He lived in Anchorage all his life. Butchie enjoyed bicycling, walking, swimming, movies and spending time with his family. He had a laugh and smile to be remembered. His sincerity is unmatched. He was loved and will be remembered by everyone that knew him. Butchie had a big hug and smile whenever he saw you. Butch is survived by parents John and Judy; brothers, Jay, Jimmy, and Nate; sisters Jenny Jaworski and Leah (Nekia) Foy; Uncles, Luther (Jeri), Sheldon (Emily) Nagaruk, Hugh Keith, Joe Murray, Kirk Bochlige, and George Bochlige; Aunties Esther Kimoktoak, Hannah Takak, Edna Purcell and Maggie (Milton) Cross, Chris Perago and over a 100 cousins. Butch is preceded in death by Maternal Grandparents Paul and Josephine Nagaruk; Paternal Grand- parents John & Georgianna Bochlige and Stanley Jaworski; Aunts Helen (Ambrose) Towarak, Ruby Jane, Irene (Walter) Kavairlook, Ida Murray, Lillian Keith; Uncles Nathan Nagaruk and Fred Bradley. Services will be at Alaska Heritage Memorial Chapel, 440 East Klatt Road on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Viewing begins at 11:30am - 12:30pm; Services from 12:30pm-1:30pm; burial at later date. Pastor Don Cross officiating at. Gathering after Services at the family home, 3420 Perenosa Bay Drive, Anchorage.
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Butchie, I have been thinking of you and Leah. I pray you are together. I miss you both dearly. You held the family together. I really miss you. Maxten talks about you and Leah like he knows you. That conforts me.
Jenny
November 16, 2023
11 years 4/3/23 hug your sister for me. I can hear you ask your sister What you´re doing here Leah!! You have soo much company up there! Miss you both dearly.
Mom
Family
April 5, 2023
Gone but never forgotten.
Cherie Olson Faircloth, England
Friend
April 5, 2023
We miss you and Leah everyday, she went to be with you in heaven Christmas Eve. Your brothers and sister found a cute puppy and named him Moose. You would love him. You are both in our prayers and hearts. I thank God for giving us wonderful caring children. Love Mom
Mom
Family
April 5, 2022
It's been 10 years since you left us. It only seems like a short while ago that you would come into the clubhouse and tell me about the latest movie you liked. You had a great memory for details and I enjoyed our friendship. Someday we will meet again!
Cherie Olson Faircloth, England
Friend
April 5, 2022
We are missing you, I dreamt of you & your Uncle Nuggie, you were both so happy. Love Mom
Mom
Son
April 6, 2021
Duane is dearly missed and remembered. We'll see him again some day.
Cherie Olson Faircloth
Friend
April 5, 2021
I know this time of year you'd be counting down the days till your birthday. I got married this year and am expecting a baby girl. It hurts me that she'll never know you but I know you two would be good friends. Love you brother and miss you tons.
Jimmy Jaworski
December 13, 2019
Cherie, we often think of you. Hope all is well. Miss you here at Bayshore. John and Judy
Judy Jaworski
April 6, 2019
Duane will always be remembered with great fondness. He was such a nice person to know.
Cherie Olson Faircloth
Friend
April 5, 2019
Sevens years, Butch, only God knows how much you are missed. One day we'll have our conversations, you always talk about buying us a beautiful house, your there Pal, until then you are in our prayers and I know you are our beautiful angel. Love Mama
Mom
Mother
April 5, 2019
You'll always be fondly remembered my dear friend.
Cherie Olson Faircloth
April 28, 2017
Prayers for you everyday, memories we keep close to our hearts. We talk about you, you gave us joy Pal. Love Mom
Mom
April 24, 2017
We talk about you everyday, you were the glue that kept us together. We visited Ft Rich Memorial Cemetery on the 3rd. Love and miss you Pal.
Mom
April 12, 2016
Miss you Dear Friend. Still can't believe you're not here. We'll all meet again someday.What a glorious time that will be.
Cherie
April 10, 2016
Miss you every day. Wish you were here to share some laughs with. Never thought I'd have a life without you. Better brother than I could ever ask for.
Jimmy
April 9, 2016
Your birthday is coming up son. I smelled you on Friday, you and your special soap.
Mom
January 20, 2016
Love and miss you dearly our memories never fade, Mom & Dad.
Judy Jaworski
November 27, 2015
Duane,
You are dearly missed by all who knew you. You will always be in our hearts.
Your friend at Bayshore
Cherie Olson
May 3, 2015
we miss you son
April 30, 2015
Loved forever and never forgotten. You are remembered daily in our hearts and prayers.
Mom & Dad
August 7, 2014
Love and miss you moose
April 3, 2014
Prayers & candle lite for you daily Butch, also for Auntie Ida, Auntie Irene & Auntie Lil who all loved you and went to heaven few months before you.
Mom & Dad
October 2, 2013
We all love and miss you Duane, but know that you are making so many people happy in heaven right now.
Someday we will see your smiling face again, my dear friend.
Cherie Olson
April 15, 2013
We light a candle and say a prayer for you every day. You were sunshine to us on a cloudy day. You make us laugh even when your gone. There is no one like you, we were blessed to have you touch our lives! We had a Butchie Day on the 4th. Love and miss you son.
Mom & Dad
April 11, 2013
I miss you more than I could possibly put together in words. You're the toughest and most big hearted person I will surely ever know. Miss you butchie
your lil brother
December 17, 2012
We all went to Ft Richardson National Cemetry today, beautiful ceremony. Your head stone has been set, nice setting near the woods and sun. Miss you more then words can say. We visit every week. Pray for you our big hearted angle. Love you.
Mama, Dad, Jay, Nate, Jimmy, Jenny and Holland
May 28, 2012
To the Jaworski family:
Duane was truly sent from heaven to brighten all of our worlds. He gave much joy while he was here and know that he is finding joy with our Lord and His angels now.
Duane is sorely missed....but his memory lives on.
Blessings and love to you all~
Cherie Olson
May 6, 2012
It has been a month today, you are in our thoughts, we sit together everyday sharing stories about you. God gave us an angel.
Dad, Mom, Jay, Jenny, Jimmy, Nate and Leah
May 3, 2012
To the Jaworski Family
I send my deepest condolences to you at the loss of your beloved son. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Shirley Tuzroyluke
May 2, 2012
Judy and family, I'm very saddened at the loss of your son. My deepest condolences, and may God be with you at this difficult time.
Ruth Okitkon Tong
April 17, 2012
To Jenny and Family,
May the thoughts of happy memories be a source of consolation in your time of need.It is always difficult to face our loss, but we find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place. May God bless and keep you and your family.
Jim and Barbara Barnes
April 14, 2012
Thank you for your message, we appreciate you sharing with us at this time. We were blessed having Butch in our lives. Love from all of us.
Jaworski
April 13, 2012
We thank you and send our love from our family.
Jaworski Family
April 12, 2012
Auntie Judy and Uncle John and cousins, we continue to pray for you folks and send our love. How blessed we all were to have had such a loving relative who showed it every opportunity he had. We will miss him but expect to see him some day with Grandma and Grandpa with all our aunts, uncles and relatives. Continue to put your faith in God. Love you always,
Della & Jacob Lane Family
Della Lane
April 12, 2012
Judy and family. So deeply sad at your loss. We, my husband and I, used to visit with your son at the hosp. while in treatment together. So surprised to see Judy and how small the world was. Our deepest heartfelt condolences Judy and family. May he rest in peace at the right hand side of God. May your memories be many that supports you during this time. Prayers, hugs and God's support. Love. Elia & Betty Valka & fam.
April 12, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of the sudden death of your son John.So sorry for your loss.
Mike Hoshall
April 11, 2012
So sorry to hear of Duane's passing. I have great memories of Duane from his days at East High School. We had many good times camping and other outings around town. He had a great smile and sense of humor. I will always remember his cheerfull disposition. So sorry for your loss.
Eric Holta
Former East High Teacher
[email protected]
April 11, 2012
johnny,judy and family ,we are so sorry for your loss.we were sitting around last night remembering the great time we had in disney world.butch was always laughing.he made everyone laugh.he was a shining star and will be truly missed .he will always be in our hearts and we will all be together again one day in heaven. all our love,aunt sadie and family
April 11, 2012
Sending our Love and Condolences Aunt Judy, John and family.
The memory of a good person is a blessing.
- Proverb 10:7
coming with Love from Annette & Clement Richards & Family. Also from the Kimoktoak family especially Mom Esther
Annette Richards
April 11, 2012
Judy,
I'm very sorry to hear the loss of your son.Even though I didn't know him, I want to offer my deepest condolences to you and your family in this time of great loss.My prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Sheri Bismark (Intern at AFN in June'11 for T.N.C)
April 11, 2012
Duane had a heart of gold. Always smiling! I'll miss our talks about the latest movies. Duane was a walking wikipedia about actors and the roles they played. If I had a movie question I would just ask Duane!
This young man will be sorely missed. My condolences to Duane's loving family during this difficult time.
Cherie Olson
April 11, 2012
To the Jaworski Family, you are in my heart and prayers. Please stay strong and know that God is by your side to help you through this.
Teresa Perry-Nelson
April 11, 2012
My condolences to the family. My prayers go out to all the family and loved ones.
Viola Kaye Smith
April 11, 2012
John, Judy and your whole family please know that I am so very saddend with the passing of Butch. I have watched Butch grow up and become on of the most kind and loving human beings I have ever known. Remembering his infectious laugh still brings smiles and fond memories. He is loved and missed. May God Bless and comfort you all in this time of great loss.
Howdice Brown
April 11, 2012
Our condolences to the Jaworski Family. Duane was a very special person with good intentions in his heart. We are saddened to see him leave at such a young age. Our prayers go out to the Jaworski Family.
The Malone's; Robert, Gretchen, Natalie and Andrew
Robert Malone
April 11, 2012
John, I'm very sorry to hear this. I know you and your wife are hurting. If there was anything I could do for you, I would. God bless.
April 11, 2012
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