Duane G. Manfull, 88, passed away on February 5th 2017 in Laramie Wyoming. He was born July 23rd 1928 in Laramie Wyoming to Dora (Shultz) and Gardner Manfull. He graduated the University of Wyoming with his Bachelors in Civil Engineering in 1950 and completed his Masters the following year in 1951.
Duane married Virginia (Canaday) on June 6th 1951. During the Korean War he was stationed in Ulm, Germany as a commissioned officer with the Army, a first lieutenant. Virginia and Duane moved to Thermopolis where he operated and owned Charles M. Smith Construction. In 1961 he and Virginia had a daughter Julie (Manfull) Schroyer.
During Duane’s career he built bridges all over Wyoming and Montana. In 1965 he was president of the Wyoming Contractors Association. While president he was most proud to have been instrumental in developing a medical and retirement plan for contractors across the state.
Duane was widowed in 1988. He worked for the Gilpatrick Company in Riverton until he retired in 1990. He continued to consult around the state for a few years. In 1999 he married Doris (Lanthrop) Bunn. Together they traveled the world and played golf in all 50 states.
He was preceded in death by his first wife: Virginia, parents, his sister Colleen (Manfull) and her husband Dwight “Bubby” Osborn. He is survived by his wife Doris, daughter Julie whom he adored along with her husband Gordon Schroyer and his grandchildren Eric Schroyer, Chris Henry and Jackie Henry. He is also survived by his nephews Michael Osborn and Bob Jr. Canaday along with his nieces Ann (Osborn) Chopich and Mardi (Canaday) Carl and many extended family members.
Duane will be missed by all of his family and friends.
A celebration of life will be held at the Pelican Lakes Club 1620 Pelican Lakes Point in Windsor Colorado at 3:00pm on the 12th of March. In lieu of flowers please donate to your charity of choice or the American Heart Association.
Dear Doris, I just heard the sad news that your husband Duane has passed away. I am so sorry for your loss and I hope your memories of Duane will be of comfort to you . Sending prayers and love your way. Pam Gaulke
Dear Julie, I just happened upon this announcement of your father's passing. My deepest sympathy in the loss of this very important person in your life. Kay Kohler
So sorry about the loss of Duane. I was a friend of his and Virginia's. She was like a mentor to me--I worked with her when I was doing my intern hours in college. Virginia died too young but I am glad Duane was able to go on and enjoy his life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Dear Doris I am very sorry for your loss of Duane. He was such a nice man and I'm sure you had many good years full of memories. We enjoyed him and know that he will be missed. Our thoughts are with you. Jerry and Irene Devin
Dear Doris, I just read the article that Duane passed away. I enjoyed meeting you both, and golfing with Duane many times. Please accept my sympathies and know that you and Duane will always be in my prayers. Barney Jenseen