Duane Monroe Langston

Duane Monroe Langston obituary, Minneapolis, MN

Duane Monroe Langston

Duane Langston Obituary

Published by Legacy on Nov. 5, 2025.
Duane Monroe Langston
Born April 1st, 1957, passed away peacefully at home on November 1st, 2025
He was preceded in death by his parents, Darrell and Veronica (Wassing) Langston; siblings, Phyllis Blankenburg, Kathleen Stock, Valerie Langston, and Marvin Langston;
Duane is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Langston; grandson, Robert Crouse; brother, Gene Langston (Jeanene); aunt, Gladys Wassing; and many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nephews and nieces, and dear friends.
Duane served in the United States Air Force, and was a member of the Osseo American Legion. He was a carpenter working in new home construction with CCC – Carpentry Contractors Company.
His passions were playing softball, curling, and golf. He also made a mean green chili burrito.
A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sunday, December 14th, 2025 at the Osseo American Legion Post #172, 260 4th Ave SE, Osseo, MN 55369.

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