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Felix Duron Obituary

FELIX DURON VALPARAISO, IN
Felix Duron, age 66, of Valparaiso, passed away Friday, January 23, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family. Felix was born on January 27, 1942 in Saltillo, Mexico to Feliciano and Leonor Duron. He is survived by his children: Felix David Duron (wife, Rose) of Portage, Jennifer Leonor (Duron) Meyne (husband, Chris) and Joseph Jesse Duron, both of Valparaiso; six grandchildren: Felix Richard Duron, Tony Duron, Sarah Duron, Ethan Duron, Emily Duron and Nicholas Wayne Serrano; his mother, Leonor Duron of Portage; and brothers and sisters: Dolores Flores (Salvador) of Mexico, John (Trina) Duron of Portage, Mary (Lino) Vasquez of Hobart, Elsa (Bill) Moore of Sellersville, PA, Mike Duron of Valparaiso, Jessie (Rhonda) Duron of Valparaiso, Robert (Pam) Duron of Portage, Henry (Carol) Duron of Olathe, KS, Jenny (Felix) Vasquez of Portage, Irma (Carlos) Leon of Chesterton, David Duron of East Chicago, Pat (Jim) Shoup of Cedar Lake, IN and Alice (Rob) Donegan of Geneva, IL; special friend, Phyllis Ann Panozzo of Niles MI; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; two brothers: Mario and Marianito; and one sister, Maria Ester. Mr. Duron worked as a Construction Worker/Pipefitter for Local Union 597 in Chicago, IL. He was a Leader of Boy Scout Troop 50 of the Calumet Council, a member of the Valparaiso Masonic Lodge 137, and founder and member of Woodchuck's Wood Workers Club. Felix was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving with the 173rd Airborne Brigade and 12th Special Forces Unit during the Vietnam War. He was a member of American Legion Post 501 in South Haven. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home Portage Chapel, 6941 Central Ave., Portage, IN with a Boy Scout Broken Arrow Ceremony held at 3:00 p.m. and an American Legion Memorial Service at 3:30 p.m. given by American Legion Post 260. www.EE-FH.com

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Published by The Times on Jan. 29, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Felix Duron

15 Entries

Robert Duron

February 5, 2009

My Dear Brother, In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Steve, Dennise, Richard, Erin Furnish

February 2, 2009

May you all cherish the memories Felix left behind. They were a most precious gift to everyone he knew. A dear and wonderful friend has left us. We can rejoice in knowing he is no longer in pain. Richard and Erin always called him Uncle Felix and also thought of him as their God Father, knowing if the situation ever occured, he would be there to love, nurture, and protect them. Felix, your spirit will shine upon the lives you left behind.

Elsa & Bill Moore

February 2, 2009

It is difficult to comprehend that you my brother have left us, yet I know that you have met Jesus and are in a better place.

I love you and will remember the funny guy you were. Bill will miss your witty character.

So many people have loved you and are blessed to have known you.

Felix David, Jennifer and Joseph, I pray you will love each other as your dad loved you.

Phyllis Panozzo

February 2, 2009

Dearest Felix, you will be missed very much. especially your quick wit, your sense of humor and your ability to throw yourself whole heartedly into all your endeavors. Your passion for living was an inspiration to us all. All I ask of you, is that forever you remember me as loving you.

Alice Donegan

February 1, 2009

My lovely brother, I will miss you so much..you have been in my life for as long as I can remember..the days you came home from Vietnam, I was little but I so remember the gifts you brought me and most importantly the hugs I got from you...and the ice cream you always gave our dog Duke...you have touched so many people in a way that they will never forget..you always gave the best adivse!! And to Felix David, Jenifer, Joseph and my little Sarah my heart and prayers go out to you deeply.

Love, Alice and Rob

Felix Richard and Anthony Duron

February 1, 2009

We will miss you very much grandpa!

Patricia McLeod

January 31, 2009

We will certainly miss Felix. What a wonderful legacy he has left all of those that knew him and certainly all of his Scouts. He has many Eagle Scouts that thank him....my son being one. We will miss him. Our sympathy to you Joseph and all of your family.
Scott, Pat, Steve, and Meredith McLeod

Michelle Reichanadter

January 30, 2009

Tell Grandpa I said hello.

Janice Sledge Cox / Troop 50

January 30, 2009

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Betty Cooper

January 30, 2009

Duron Family,
I would like to send my condolences to the whole family. He was such a funny guy and he will be missed by me and all. You are all in my prayers.

Hillary woloshansky

January 30, 2009

sorry for yur lost.

Lino &mary Vasquez

January 30, 2009

My Dearest brother our hearts are hurting, but we know that you are already busy with the scouts in heaven. miss you. Lino and mary

Rene Vela

January 29, 2009

Condolences to the Duron Family for your loss. We have to believe that Felix is in a better place and may he rest in peace.

Raymond P. Sulich Sr.

January 29, 2009

See you later