SHERMAN - Duane Doyle Gohlke, 65, of Sherman passed away Monday, Jan. 3, 2011 at Medical Center of Plano. Dannel Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7, 2011 at First United Methodist Church of Sherman, with Rev. Tom Medley, of First United Methodist Church of Howe officiating, assisted by Rev. Chris Yost of Grace Ave. United Methodist Church, Frisco. Interment will follow at Cedarlawn Memorial Park. The family will be at the funeral home Thursday, Jan. 6 from 6-8 p.m.

Duane was born Nov. 21, 1945 in Denison to Arnold H. and Carrie Mae Kusch Gohlke. After finishing high school, he earned a BA degree from Austin College in 1966 and completed a Master's at University of North Texas in 1973. He married a fellow Austin College graduate, Bobbie Booher on July 30, 1967. A dedicated music educator, Duane directed the choirs of Sherman High School for more than three decades and was loved by his students. Along with his wife and partner Bobbie, he chaperoned his charges on many field trips from New York City to Campeche, Mexico. Duane was a member of Key Memorial Methodist Church. He also held memberships in the Texas Music Assn. and the National Assn. of Music Educators.

Predeceased by his parents, Duane is survived by his wife Bobbie; a son, Joshua Gohlke and wife Candace of Woodstock, Ga.; a daughter, Jennie Bailey and husband Matthew of Searcy, Ark.; seven grandchildren, Aiden Gohlke, Grayson Gohlke, Chloe Gohlke, Elizabeth Bailey, Brooke Bailey, Christian Bailey, and Nathaniel Bailey; two brothers, Luther Gohlke and wife Patricia of Ranger and Gene Gohlke and wife Judy of Denton.
Pallbearers for Mr. Gohlke will be: Matthew Gohlke, Mark Gohlke, Luke Gohlke, Connor Gohlke, Grant Gohlke, Chris Delashaw and Jacob Delashaw.
Memorials may be made to Home Hospice of Grayson County, 505 W. Center St., Sherman, Texas 75090; Alzheimers Assn. of Greater Dallas, 7610 N. Stemmons Fwy., Suite 600, Dallas, Texas 75247-9952; or your favorite charity.
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Published by The Herald Democrat on Jan. 6, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Duane Gohlke

27 Entries

Deborah (Phelps) Papatonis

November 12, 2017

Just heard about Mr. Golke, as I am not really tuned into whats happening in Sherman these days. I was so sorry to hear of his loss. He was a wonderful choir teacher and a wonderful person. May his memory be a ternal

Carol Peters

January 29, 2011

I was one of the fortunate ones who was also a student of Mr. Gohlke's at SHS, 1973-1976. He taught me so much more than how to harmonize with the other girls in the SHS Girl's Choir. He had one favorite saying that I still use today, "Simple minds are easily amused". He pushed us hard, but I got to see his compassionate side many times, one of them being the year I represented the Choir Dept. and became Homecoming QUeen, 1976. He was thrilled for me, him & the department. To me, he was bigger than life, teaching me about life all along the way. I loved Mr. Gohlke dearly and God bless the Gohlke family during this time of great loss. Carol Baker Peters

Mike Harvey

January 15, 2011

I remember Duane as a wonderful pianist. We played together in several piano recitals together growing up in Denison; also had the privilege of singing in the choir at DHS one year with Duane. I can vision him as the influential and respected teacher that I've read he was. He was spiritual leader in our Class of '62 as Hi-Y Chaplain and Cafeteria Prayer Chairman. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family. I know he will be missed.

January 14, 2011

I am so sory to hear about the passing of Mr.Gohlke. I was a student in his choir class at Piner & Sherman High & he was one of my favorite teachers.No doubt he will be greatly missed. God Bless all of his family. Pamela Barron Terrell-- El Paso,Tx

Richard Jones

January 10, 2011

I had the good fortune to be a member of the DHS choir from '59-62 with Duane. I remember him as always cheerful, upbeat, and positive in every way. As I read the words of other friends as well those of his students, I'm not surprised that he is held in such high regard. I'm only sorry that we lost touch after '62...Duane would have made a great lifetime friend!

donuelle mckee

January 10, 2011

im so sorry to hear about Mr Gohlke......he was a great choir teacher who taught me to believe in myself...he will be missed. Mrs Gohlke you and your family will be in my prayers. may the Lord continue to watch over you and bless you.

Lois Smith

January 9, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pat Chojnicki

January 8, 2011

Dear Bobbie, Josh, and Jennie: Ed and I are saddened to learn of Duane's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Duane was such a positive influence on Stephen and Ann. He was a dedicated teacher who cared deeply for his students--always inspiring them to do their best and strive for more. We often think of the fun (and frustrations) of the choir trips we chaperoned, and will always remember how much he trusted his students to be on their best behavior. May his memory be a comfort to you.

Tammy Short Bohannan

January 8, 2011

Mrs. Gohlke,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Mr. Gohlke was the most demanding teacher I had at Sherman High, but I believe he made me a better pianist and a better person. I have much respect and admiration for him.

Carolyn Bryden

January 8, 2011

Bobbie, we will be thinking of you and your family during the difficult days ahead. You and Duane brought our wonderful exchange students into our lives, and they continue to bring us joy every day. We will always hold on to fond memories of you both.
Carolyn and Peter Bryden

January 8, 2011

I will miss seeing him walking around town and waving and his smile also. Yvonne Young (Sherman,TX)

Sherry Tucker David

January 7, 2011

How fortunate for us that Mr Gohlke was our teacher. He was a rare person. Passionate and loving. I thank God for him. Condolences to the family.

Marianne Clark Smith

January 7, 2011

Dear Bobbie,
I was so sad to hear of Duane's passing, as were my children. He was very much loved by his students, and even those who never had the privilege of being taught by him. He will be greatly missed.

Robert Montgomery

January 7, 2011

I know that I learned many things from Mr. Gohlke and the love that he gave me. He challenged me every single day to be better than who I thought I was. Thanks for sharing him with us Gohlke family.

Shirley Baldwin Sexton

January 7, 2011

Bobbie and children, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that he will be greatly missed. He was a great person and a wonderful teacher.
You are in my prayers.

Susan Snyder Marum

January 7, 2011

Our prayers are with your family. Duane will be missed by many. He made a difference in the lives of many students.

Joyce Hahn

January 7, 2011

Dearest Bobbie, Charlie was honored to have Duane's friendship. I'm thankful for the time I spent with you and Duane.
My sincerest prayers are with you and for you.
Joyce Hahn

JULIE STEPHENS

January 7, 2011

I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEND ALL MY LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY THIS WILL BE A HARD ROAD BUT JUST KNOW THAT THE LORD IS LOVING THE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC THAT WE ALL KNOW COMES FROM THE GRACE OF GOD!

Sheila Rowen Benton

January 6, 2011

Mr. Gohlke was mine and my brother Steve's choir director at SHS, Class of '83 and '74. He was both serious and silly, worked us hard, expected our best, and quietly loved us. The first time I saw his soft side; it was 1980 or '81, he brought Jenny up to school...the love and tenderness he felt for his baby girl just oozed. Thank you, Mr. Gohlke, for all the kids you inspired to always work hard and do what you love!

Laurie Doyle

January 6, 2011

Mr. Gohlke was a huge influence on so many young people. He was a great man who will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss. I am a musician today because of Mr. Gohlke! Laurie Lawlis Doyle

January 6, 2011

I had Mr Gohlke in Piner he was a great teacher I remember some days listening to Bill Cosby instead of singing,He made us laugh and sit up straight,I still sit up straight..Mr Gohlke will be missed.My prayers are for the family.Gods speed.R I P Carolyn Lewis Stacy Euless Tx

Dairius Shelton

January 6, 2011

Just want to send our sincere sympathy at this time of your lose. I as a student will remember Mr.Gohlke for what he taught me in choir class. He had enough faith in me to see that I had the potential as a freshman to be apart of his accapella choir. And I must say I followed in his footsteps for years. As a choir director. Thanks Mr.Gohlke for the memories. Dairius Shelton. Class 92".

nicole DOUGLAS

January 6, 2011

Nicole Douglas

Freddie Orr

January 6, 2011

I was a member of Mr. Gohlke"s choirs both at Piner and SHS. I can remember like it was yesterday going to Austin for contest and him making JoAnna sign at the hotel that night, because we all would not go to sleep and was jumping in and out of the pool. We found out he was true to his word, we could do very well if we would committe. He was right we received a "one " rating the next day.

Mr. Gohlke you will be missed. My prays go out to Bobbie and your family that they may all be supported and up fail at this time and days to come.

Bless you
Freddie Orr
Class of 73

Wini & Tom Council

January 6, 2011

Dwayne was a good friend and fellow choir director in the "good ole days". We all had such a wonderful time at TCDA and TMEA. Dwayne was a dear person with a heart of gold. Tom & I pray for Bobbie and the kids at this time. Dwayne will be missed by all with whom he came into contact. Love to the family.

Sara Goodman

January 6, 2011

I met Mr. Gohlke when I was 13 yrs old & a student at Piner Middle School.He was a great teacher. When my daughters came to SHS he was their choir teacher. I later came to work at SHS and he was still teaching and doing a great job. He has been my teacher, my children's teacher and a friend. He will be greatly missed in this community.I pray God's strength for Bobbie,Josh,Jeannie and the rest of the family.The Lord Bless you & keep you.
In His Love,
Sara Goodman & family

Paul and Virginia Inman

January 6, 2011

We remember the nice times we had when Linda was a student of Duanes. He will be greatly missed by all who loved and respected him. Our Prayers are with you at this time.

Paul and Virginia Inman
parents of Linda Inman

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