Duane W. Dively Obituary

I don’t know Duane but I heard talk of him on SBN. Beth Ann and her new husband Dave were honoring Duane. I had to look him up. I stumbled upon this obituary as well as some other articles. Duane was a wonderful honorable man. God Bless you for your service and laying down your life for country. My sincerest Condolences to his family and friends. I know for most people his death has been so long ago. For those that knew him and loved him dearly it must feel like yesterday. May God continue to hold you all up until you meet again. ❤

I told numerous stories about you this past week. It is amazing how often you come up. Our Marine days and working on the Oldsmobile was a long time ago but I remember them well. You are thought of often. Thank you for your service and Semper Fidelis.

Duane, everywhere I travel, your name is mentioned, stories about you and with you are shared along with nothing but fond memories. Your name is being spoken...you are not forgotten, only remembered! You are missed and loved as your light continues to shine on!

I still talk about you finding and buying your first car at age 16 . You paid $150 for the 1966 Ford Mustang. I thought it had a cracked block but it was only a bad frost plug which we replaced for a couple of dollars. You were so proud of that car and it ran so well for you. You were such a fast learner in everything you did and I mean everything. Your Mom and I miss you every day.
Dad

Duane is an awesome soul. We continue to feel his presence even though he is no longer among us, Thats a gift. We love you Duane.

Duane: your name came up this week in the Heritage Room. Miss you, Brother.
Huggy

Happy birthday Duane

You are never to be forgotten

Happy birthday son. You are in our thoughts daily but today especially brings beautiful memories of the time we shared together as you grew from a boy to a man who became a hero. You are not forgotten.

I have your name written inside my Honor Guard rope still. We didn't know each other but I carried you onto the plane when you left that day. The memory of your friends lined up and tearfilled let's me know you were a great person. It was an honor to help send you home. Enjoy peace.

...A man who gave all for his country and family...

Thinking about you extra today, tomorrow and always. I couldn't ask for a stronger guardian angel. Love you to heaven and back.

We remember you as well as those who also gave their lives so we who are left behind can continue to have freedom.

Duane, I marched in Memorial Day Parade today in your honor and memory.
-Maryellen Beauvais

...Major at this time in history, You are not forgotten nor is the contribution you made...

Happy birthday. You are in the sun, the stars, the wind, the rain and the air we breathe. You are with us always. Mom & Dad

Some Gave and Some Gave All
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Major, You Are In Our Hearts And Prayers At This Special Season Of The Year

You are missed always. Christmas is sad without you.

Gone from us, but not forgotten

We still grieve that you gone but we were so blessed to have had
You as our son. Memories of you fill our hearts with joy.

Mom and Dad

I think of you often, Duane... especially on days where we celebrate freedom. Miss you, Brother.
Huggy

Duane

Today as we do everyday we honor you and all who dedicated themselves to protect our Country. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
We pray for those who continue to fight for freedom.

Mom & Dad

Duane, 17 years ago you were called into eternal care with our God Almighty. You are with us in spirit, greatly missed, dearly loved, forever remembered and not forgotten...Always and Forever, Love you ~BethAnn

Duane it is 17 years today since you gave your all for our country. The void in our family is huge. You are forever with us in spirit.

Mom and Dad

Thanks for your service and sacrifice.

Miss you brother. Thanks for everything you have done for this country. I always make some reference about you and the times we shared.

Semper Fidelis

Duane, Our Canton High School class of 1980 misses you and pays their respects to you each Memorial Day. This year seems extra sad as we all are turning 60 and you are not here to celebrate yours. Thank you for your Service and sacrifice.

Major

Memorial day has arrived once again. We do not need a special day to remember you or recall beautiful memories. You are missed and loved beyond what words could express.


Mom and Dad

Happy Birthday, indeed Duane. Can't believe it's been 25 years since you and I first flew a U-2 together. You were a great squadron mate. I think of you often.

Happy birthday, big 60! We all said happy birthday to you at dinner tonight and ofcourse called your parents and laughed with them as always. I think you would find peace in knowing how much joy they bring me.. No one makes me laugh harder than your dad and no one loves harder than your mama. Looking up at you right now uncle Duane, love mads<3

America, Is In Your Debt Forever

May all who have given their lives for our freedom rest in peace. You are not forgotten. Duane will always be in our hearts and memories. You dear son are missed beyond words.

WE SALUTE AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER
MAJOR DUANE DIVLEY ON THIS 4th OF JULY

...You Are Gone, But Not Forgotten...

I, and the Canton High School class of 1980, remember you and thank you on Memorial Day and all the other days of the year.

Man, I loved the times serving with you in 65E at Pendleton.
Took you an hour every morning to do the NYT Crossword, then non stop laughs all day. Brutal lunch time work outs, motorcycle rides around the base, constant “Blues Brothers” quotes. Grateful for the time I knew you and BethAnn.

Hey Uncle Duane, missing you extra today❤ Love you so so much, love Maddie

I miss you and I want your family to know you are thought of often. Here is a class scarf you gave me when you graduated with the T-38. Semper Fidelis and God Bless America.

..,GOD BLESS, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA...
...It's about those that have given their lives to keep us Safe & Free....
....Major Dively, To You We Are Forever Grateful...
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In photos and our memories we see your smiling face. It is sad that we can no longer hug you or speak with you in person. In our hearts you will live forever and we cherish the amazing SON that you were.
It has been 15 years ago today since we lost you and America lost a true American HERO.
MOM & DAD

...HAPPY BIRTHDAY...
...Major Dively, In Heaven, but not forgotten....
...May your sacrifice and legacy live on forever...
...Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice...

William Dennis
Pittsburgh Pa

happy birthday Uncle Duane!! Cant believe you wouldve been 58 today! My Dad, Mom, your Mom and Dad are all thinking of you :) ❤❤

Uncle Duane, I miss you very much, I was thinking about you today and I want you to know that everyone is doing well although this whole corona virus outbreak. Anyways, I love you without having to have ever saw your face, but know I always think about you. ❤

...Major, Retiring Your A-10...
The planes, which entered service in 1976 and have deployed to the Middle East, Europe and the Pacific, have played an outsized role in the air campaign that began in 2014 against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, or ISIS, helping provide close-air support for Iraqi and U.S. partner forces on the ground. The A-10 has also been instrumental in air operations in Afghanistan

Merry Christmas to our dear son. You are always in our hearts and never are you forgotten. Mom and Dad

...Major...
...America, will always remember the sacrifice you made to keep our nation free.

...Major Duane W. Dively...
...On This Always Remembered Day...
...Out In The Wild Blue Yonder...
...You Will Never Be Forgotten...

14 years ! Losing you is still very hard to accept. We remember your expressions and mannerisms , your voice and your sense of humor. Still hear you playing the piano and guitar, you are always with us every day.

I was fortunate to fly with Duane at Beale AFB in the U-2 and the T-38, and deploy with him to France in 1998. He took a picture of my then girl friend (our units flight surgeon at the time) and now wife on one of our fun excursions during that time. The picture sits on my bed side table and will never be taken down. I think of him each time I look at it. He also gave me a Schaefer Beer serving tray that apparently his father purchased on eBay and gave to him. It is the same spelling as my last name and is displayed in my bar at home. Another reminder of him that will hold a permanent place within my house. A thoughtful gesture of his. He was deeply respected by his squadron mates. He was such a great pilot and person. I was so fortunate to know and serve with him. Truly his service is not forgotten by those who were lucky to know him and who had the opportunity to serve with him. God bless him and his sacrifice for our great nation.

...Thank You Major,,,
...America, Has Not Forgetten...

We remember the wonderful child you were, the handsome and accomplished man you became, and the gift you will always be to those of us who knew and loved you. Happy Birthday ***** Deuce Driver

I was just thinking about you, and when i found this page i thought this would be a way for me to keep your memory alive and feel close with you.... so I just wanted to say Hi and that I love and miss you and you were on my mind❤❤❤

i miss you so much and i really wish i could talk to you more than anything

I never met you. You passed a few weeks after I was born. I've always thought about what it would be like if you were still here and I could have you as my uncle. Know that you will always have a place in my heart and I miss you every day. Don't worry about Nonna and Pappap and my Dad. I will take care of them. I love you and I want you to know I am proud of you and there is so much I want to say to you. My Dad and your parents have told me so much about you and sometimes I think about you at night and what you would be like. As you have fought for our country, I will fight to be strong and make you proud. I love you from the bottom of my heart. happy Valentines day Uncle Duane <3

Today we remember and hope all Americans remember the sacrifice you and so many others made to keep our country free. The sorrow we felt the day you died has never ceased. Mom & Dad

...A Huge Thanks To Our Veterans...
I want to express America's gratitude and admiration for the brave and determined men and women who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank you for the great sacrifices you have made to serve abroad and at home to defend our safety and liberty. We also recognize and appreciate the sacrifice and dedication of your families.
Major Dively, we celebrate and honor your sacrifice today, and every day...

..."Thank you Major Duane Dively, you will not be forgotten.
Your bravery went far beyond words.
I want to express my deepest gratitude for your sacrifice...

Happy Birthday Marine! I miss you on this day because you were one of the most motivational Marines I met. I finally got to see a U2 fly at the Miramar Airshow. I know exactly why you flew that aircraft. That thing is like a dragster with wings. I did not remember the name of the pilot but he was a Marine and then went on to the Air Force. Rest easy brother.

AMERICA, WE MUST ALWAYS REMEMBER
OUR BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN
WHO GAVE THE ULTIMATE...

...FROM THE DIVELY FAMILY...

13 years ago today was the worst day of our lives. You wanted to make a difference and certainly you did that. Our memories never fade. You are remembered and loved today and always.

Mom And Dad
Hollidaysburg Pa.

...AMERICA NEVER FORGET...
...WE HIS FAMILY WILL NOT...

Air Force Maj. Duane W. Dively

43, of Rancho California, California.
Dively died in Southwest Asia, in the crash of a U-2 aircraft. Dively had completed flying a mission and was returning to his base when the crash occurred. He was assigned to the 1st Reconnaissance Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California. Died on June 22, 2005.

Our Son
Our Hero
Loved
Treasured
Remembered
Always in our Hearts

...The Majors Brother Spoke...

"Duane Dively was a great man, a son, a husband, an uncle and a brother. Unfortunately it was not until he gave his life for our country that I came to realize the full effect he had on so many different lives both proffessionally and personally. Describing Duane as "humble" would be an understatement. My heart goes out to the many families who have also lost a loved one to this war on terror and I thank you all for recognizing the sacrafice that Duane has made for our country. Duane truly loved flying and believed in his mission to protect our country and the freedoms we all love. Many described my brother as "a true warrior" and our family will remember him as such forever."

David Dively of Pine Bush NY

...Major Dively, Belated but not forgotten....
...May your sacrifice and legacy live on forever...
...Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice...

William Dennis
Pittsburgh Pa

No longer can we feel you, hear you or see you but you are forever in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Our memories are a most treasured gift. Happy Birthday to our hero.

Mom and Dad

...MAJOR...

...AMERICA IS APPRECIATE OF YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS WHILE SERVING IN OUR ARMED SERVICES, BOTH THE AIR FORCE AND MARINE CORPS

Duane,
We are so proud of your dedication to the Marine Corps on this 242 nd year of the Corps . The once a Marine always a Marine was your mantra as you became an Air Force Pilot in the AC130 and then a U-2 Spy Plane which was always your dream to fly. We have missed you each and every day for the last 12 years and thank God he gave you as our Son to raise and love.


God Bless

Mom and Dad

Duane,

Your name is often spoken. You live on in the hearts and memories of so many. Your niece Maddie knows you and loves you. You were honored today at our Veterans Assembly, and will continued to be for many years to come.
Carmela Fountain

...Major Dively...

...We Will Never Forget...

Duane after 12 years you you are still with us. Even though we don't see you, can't hug you , speak with you or share laughter you are always in our hearts, in our thoughts and in our lives forever. You are deeply missed.

Mom and Dad

...Major...We, America Salute You...
...You are and will always be apperciated...

A Nation's Strength

What makes a nation's pillars high
And it's foundations strong?
What makes it might to defy
The foes that round it throng?

It is not gold. It's Kingdoms grand
Go down in battle shock;
It's shafts are laid on sinking sand,
Not on abiding rock.

Is it the sword? Ask the red dust
Of empires passed away;
The blood has turned their stones to rust.
Their glory to decay.

And is it pride? Ah, that bright crown
Has seemed to nations sweet.
But God has struck its luster down
In ashes at his feet.

Not gold but only men take make
A people great and strong;
Men who for truth and honor's sake
Stand fast and suffer long.

Brave men who work while others sleep,
Who dare while others fly...
They build a nation's pillars deep
And lift them to the sky.

I miss you and I think of you often. I share stories about you to my kids and my friends. I have the AC-130 patch you gave me on my work bench. You will not be forgotten.

Duane,
Thank you and all those who gave so bravely for our freedom. We continue to pray that one day we have world peace.

You are missed and loved more then words can express.

Mom and Dad

...Major Dively...
...On Memorial Day...
...We will alway's remember...

'A veteran is someone
who at one point in
their life, wrote a blank
check made payable to
the UnitedStates of America
for any amount, up to and
including their life."

...Duane W. Dively...

...Remembering Your Birthday With The Famous Quote Of J.F.K...

Your approach to life was fascinating. You were a giver, always ready and willing to lend a hand. Though we can no longer hold your hand or give you a hug, you son are always with us in spirit.
Happy birthday.

Mom and Dad

Another Christmas without you. Memories of the the past are wonderful but missing you is so difficult to deal with. You are always with us in spirit and planted deep within our hearts. Love until we meet once again.

Mom and Dad

...Major D. W. Dively...
...On This Special Day...
...Out In The Wild Blue Yonder...
...You Are Not Forgotten...

We remember your life and sacrifice on this Veterans Day. You are greatly missed.

This was a great man. I loved my time with him and Beth Ann while at Camp Pendleton. I worked with him on his 56 Olds and he showed me how to whistle very loudly. Duane could do anything. I remember him telling me stories about the T-38 when he was becoming a pilot. Happy USMC Birthday brother. I will think of you often. You are one of the very few mentors in my life.

....On This Unforgettable Day Eleven Years Past...
....A Sad Memory Will Be With Us And Always Last...

This day brings sad memories of the day 11 years ago when you were called to your heavenly home. Our lives are so much richer for having loved you and that love will never end. We cherish every minute we had with you.

Mom and Dad

Duane
You gave it all.
Thanks.
Miss you.

You are never forgotten. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. You are not forgotten.

...Major...You Are Not Forgoten...

...God Bless America...
...It's about those that have given their lives to keep us Safe & Free....
....I am Forever Grateful...

Duane,

For you and all who have served and given your lives for our freedoms we are forever grateful and pray for you daily.

Mom and Dad

...On Your Birthday...
...Major Duane W. Dively...
...You Are Not Forgotten...

The part of our heart that is broken can never be repaired. We do have marvelous memories of you which are treasured.
We celebrate your birthday today and recall the joy your birth gave us.

Mom and Dad

Duane,

We think of you daily but today is a day to remember the sacrifice that you and all the brave men and women of this Country have given for our freedoms. Peace still eludes us but there is hope. May God bless all Veterans and those who continue to place our Nations need before themselves.

Mom and Dad

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
President John F. Kennedy...

Thank you to all veterans, past and present
who gave their lives, so that we can enjoy it all...

William Dennis
Pittsburgh, PA

To you dear son ....Semper FI

Major Duane W. Dively

You Are Not Forgotten

Our Flag Does Not Fly
Because The Wind Moves It

It Flies With The Last Of Last Breath
Of Each American Who Died Protecting It

Today is National Purple Heart Day...
Thank you Major Duane W. Dively
and all those who have sacrificed
their life in service of our nation...
You will not be forgotten...

On this specil day...Pray for the Major and all who have made the ultimate sacrifice...They as well as our nation are not to be ignored or forgotten...

Major W. Dively Dively...To never be forgotten

Last Known Activity

Major Duane W. Dively grew up in the Canton, New York area where he was an altar boy and played high school sports. He enlisted in the Marine Corps after school in 1982 and served 4 years.

He worked on achieving a degree in business administration. He was accepted into the USAF Pilot Training program in 1988. He flew AC-130 gunships on various missions in several areas including Somali and Bosnia.

In 1995, he became a U-2 pilot and flew this type aircraft for 10 years. He was assigned to the 1st Reconnasaince Squadron located at Beale AFB, CA. He flew out of Beale accruing over 1000 hours of flight time in the U-2.

He was deployed with the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing to Southwest Asia. While returning from a flight over Afghanistan, his aircraft crashed (returning to Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates). Apparently, the aircraft was flying at about 2,000 feet and 17 miles from its destination when radar contact was lost at 12:30 a.m.

He had previously refused to retire because of his love of flying, and of serving his country.

Major Duane W. Dively...Ten years have come and gone...Know that they carry on so your sacrifice will never be forgotten...