Leroy C. Nauton Jr.

Leroy C. Duke' Nauton, Jr. Poway The Nauton family mourns the loss of Leroy C. "Duke" Nauton Jr. Son to Leroy C. and Clara Nauton of Baltimore Maryland. Husband to Chandra "Candy" Nauton for 52 years. Beloved brother to Michael, Bill and Fred Nauton, as well as Peggy Schorreck and Bonnie Jean O'Donnell. Selfless father to Joel and David Nauton, as well as Aimee Holloway. Loved father-in-law to Joni and Heather Nauton as well as William Holloway. Adored grandfather to Kurt, Kasey, Jace, Seamus, Kiera, Tiernan and Finnegan Nauton. Captain Nauton graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs in 1965 and loved serving his country for 17 years. He never tired of the adventure and honor. As a civilian, Duke Nauton loved his 26 year career in marketing for General Dynamics and GDE Systems after exiting the USAF. His love of children, adoration for his wife, and pride in his country and Irish heritage will carry on in all who knew and loved him. He passed away peacefully after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's. He will be missed every day by all who were shaped and influenced by his boundless energy and selfless dedication to his family. Services will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 11am, at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, 17010 Pomerado Rd., San Diego. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Duke's honor to the Alzheimer's Association. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ pomeradonews . September 24, 1941 - August 7, 2017