Duane Gerstenberger
1935 - 2022
Duane Gerstenberger
1935 - 2022
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BORN
1935
DIED
2022
Duane Gerstenberger Obituary
Duane Gerstenberger
Frankenmuth, MI
Concluded his service here on Earth Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at his home; age 87 years. Duane was born on April 19, 1935 in Brown City, MI to the late Raymond and Ruth Gerstenberger. He was married to Darlene Jobe on August 2, 1958; she survives him. Duane proudly served for 37 years with the Michigan State Police Department. He was an active member of Frankenmuth United Methodist Church. Duane loved traveling, U of M football, and spending time at Higgins Lake. Most of all Duane loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Surviving besides his wife Darlene are one son and two daughters, Michael (Claudia) Gerstenberger of Lake Orion, MI, Sue (Mike) Warnemuende of Frankenmuth, MI, Jill (Ed) Leto of Frankenmuth, MI; grandchildren Amy, Jessica (Ryan), Anthony (Haley) Derek (Adrianne), Nick, Andrew, Jacqui (Travis), Ed (Carmen), Chris (Nancy), Julie (Christian); one brother Lester (Margaret) Gerstenberger, and a niece and nephew.
Duane was preceded in death by one grandson Daniel Stockwell and one brother Raymond Gerstenberger Jr.
Memorial Service will take place on Monday, January 2, 2023 at 12: 00 p.m. at Frankenmuth United Methodist Church, 346 Vates St., Frankenmuth, Michigan. Rev. Ryan Wenburg will officiate. Cremation has taken place. Duane’s family will receive visitors at the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Frankenmuth United Methodist Church Endowment Fund, or the Michigan State Troopers Assistance Fund.
Eric Johnson
January 27, 2023
Darlene - I am so sorry I missed this until now. You may not remember me, but I was a trooper at Bridgeport from 1978-88, and the photographer that took Duane’s portrait – and Jill’s wedding (1984?). I don't think I've ever met a finer man. He greatly influenced my career with the Michigan State Police, and represented everything good about our department. I hope you and the rest of your family are well, and offer my most sincere condolences.
Judy Simmerman
January 11, 2023
Darlene and family,
Ken and I had many fond memories of our former neighborhood relationship. My condolences to you and family. Judy Simmerman
Marilyn & Erv Banes
January 6, 2023
Dear Darlene, We were so sorry to hear of Duane’s passing, we are in Florida but wanted to let you know our thoughts, hearts and prayers are with you. Marilyn and Erv Banes
Rick Remington
January 1, 2023
Dwayne was a special person, and he will be deeply missed by myself and family. To his extended family and friends, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.
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Kate Wood Freeman
January 1, 2023
I have such fond memories of Duane as a neighbor. Caring, soft spoken, generous & fun. Although we weren’t neighbors for long, I’ve always respected & remembered him. So sorry for your loss.
Neal and mauricette Gracey
December 31, 2022
Sincères condoléances to Darlene and family.
VICTOR and BARBARA WANNER
December 30, 2022
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Rich & Lisa Hunt
December 30, 2022
So sorry to hear of Duane's passing but am glad that he is not suffering anymore as he has a new body in heaven. Wish we could be there for the service. Go Blue!
Mike Larsen
December 30, 2022
I had the privilege of working under Lt. Gert for a number of years at the Bridgeport Post. He had a quiet form of leadership that garnered the respect of nearly everyone. Open minded, thoughtful and fair he was a pleasure to work for. He was especially generous with Darlene’s fantastic “butter horns” at Christmas time. Your watch is now over Lieutenant, May you Rest In Peace!
Todd and Jeanne Sanborn
December 30, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to the family. We will be lifting prayers for peace and comfort.
Bernie Frazee
December 30, 2022
May happy memories sustain the Gerstenberger Family at your time of loss.
Sincerely, The Bernie Frazee Family
Christine Petro
December 29, 2022
We are very sorry for your loss, Michael, Claudia and Amy.
Norman Zeilinger
December 29, 2022
I knew Duane through the Frankenmuth Optimist Club and always found him to be an interesting person to talk to. He had a humble spirit and was always willing to help with whatever the need was. I appreciated his wisdom and certainly appreciated his service to our state. I pray God’s peace and comfort to you, his family.
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