Duane C. Heck

   Duane Charles Heck, 90, of Langdon, ND, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon, ND.

   Duane was the son of Charles and Florence (Harriot) Heck born in Hay Township on November 23, 1932. He grew up on the family farm in Osnabrock, ND, and was the oldest of 14 children. He attended Langdon High School, graduating in 1950. Duane served in the Army from 1953-1955. Upon returning back to Langdon, he worked for local businesses. Duane met Lois Loewen and married her on November 13, 1956. He continued his farming and owned his own business, Heck’s Floor Service, which he continued after he retired from farming. He also worked at Maple Manor Care Center as a maintenance man.

   Duane was a member of Emmanuel Evangelical Church, Gideons, was on the weed board and the board of  the Senior Citizens Center. He loved to lead the family in prayer. He and his family went on trips to Rock Lake, Canada; fishing trips; boating; water skiing and hunting. He enjoyed attending events for his children and grandchildren. While with his family, Duane enjoyed going every year to the 4^th of July parade in Park River and family picnics. Duane enjoyed the yearly winter shows and the rodeo.  

   Duane is survived by: Jeff (Shari) of St. Thomas, ND, Brice (Wanda) of Grafton, ND, Arvona of Minneapolis, MN, Treva of Park River, ND, and Carla of Fargo, ND; grandchildren: Jennifer (Hoenke) Heck, Joshua Heck, Justin Heck, Jesse Heck, Lance Heck, Heather (Jenkins) Heck, RajMinder Heck, Katie Heck, Shadow Heck and Tracir Heck; nineteen great-grandchildren; six brothers; three sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Duane in death are his parents, Charles and Florence Heck; wife Lois; two granddaughters, Carri and Tawny; three brothers; one sister; and special friend Amy Peterson.

   Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Emmanuel Evangelical Church in Langdon, ND, with visitation starting one hour prior to the service.