1967 – 2012
Putnam – Duane B. Race, 45, of Battey St., died Monday, November 12, 2012 in Worcester after injuries sustained in an accident caused by a drunk driver. He was the loving husband of Danielle (Wagher) Race and beloved son-in-law to Al and Diane Wagher of N. Grosvenordale. Born in Worcester, MA, he was the son of Duane P. Race of Florida, and the late Marguerite (Ring) Race.
Mr. Race was a 1985 graduate of David Hale Fanning Trade School and was a United States Navy Veteran. At the time of his death, he worked as a delivery driver for Hostess Brands. He enjoyed horses and reading.
In addition to his wife and parents, Duane is survived by his sons, Trevor and Dakota Race of Putnam; his daughter, Samantha Fisher and her husband Zack of RI; his sisters, Di-Ann Ethier and her husband Paul of Cherry Valley, MA, Kandi Cook and her husband Steve of Spencer, MA., and Michelle Scott and her husband Devin of Chandler, AZ; his granddaughter, Arabella Fisher and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Duane’s family from 3:00pm to 5:30pm on Saturday November 17, 2012 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam with a Funeral Service held at 5:30pm in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Duane’s family. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Melissa BIble
Gone to soon Duane. You are missed.
Lawrence & Linda Groh
Danille, Diane & Al:
Larry and I send our deepest sympathies and prayers to all of you. So Sorry to hear about Duane
Connie Williams
My deepest sympathy to the entire Race and Wagher family. My love reaches across the county in an attempt to comfort you all. I cherish you all just as Duane did.
Connie xxxooo
Al & Mary Ann Cooper
No words can describe the deep feeling of sadness we have in our hearts for your family. Duane was a special man and we will remember him always. Wish we could be with you at this sad time but you are in our prayers and our hearts now and always.
Love to all
Claire McGibbon
Diane and family,
So sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your brother.
Elaine Tellier
To Duane Sr and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this sad time. Love Elaine
Georgeann Farrah
My sincere condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Healing thoughts for Trevor and Dakota……..Sincerely, Gigi Farrah
Carol Tucker
Dear, Danielle, Trevor, Dakota, Sam, Diane and Al,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this sad time. Love, Carol
Carol Elliott
I only met Duane a few times when he visited his sister DiAnn
at our office.
My condolences go out to his family and his father Duane Sr.
This is a difficult time for everyone.
Carol
Dick, Dottie and Karol Bennett
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and all your family during this sad time.
Kelley (Robinson) Carlson
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss!!
Nancy McGuire woods
To Duane race family
We went to trade school together we all had a small group to hang around even from our small friend Joanne bolduc Duane was kind considerate person even when we went to Montreal, Canada for our class trip he knew Joanne was scared to go he kept a good eye on Joanne she was only 4/11inches and Duane towards over her we will miss him our good friend he will never be forgotten
Steve Wright (Snow)
My condolences to you all. Deepest thoughts of sympathy… thinking of you during your time of loss.
Wendy Higgins
Danielle, Samantha, Trevor and Dakota,
Im so sorry for your loss . My thoughts and prayers are with all of you thru this tragic time….
Robert Cook Sr.
I wish to express my deepest condolances to you,your family and to Duanes father and sisters. I felt very saddened to learn of it and I hope you will accept my prayers and heartfelt sorrw. a friend Bob Cook
Barbara Hanosky
My deepest sympathy to you, Danielle and all Duane’s family and friends. May God give you comfort at this time and days to come.
Michael Rigiero and Family
I worked with Duane at IBC, he was always helpful and friendly, they were lucky to have him. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My family is keeping you all in thought and prayer during this time.
Lorna wade
Mrs. Race, Trevor and Dakota, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband and Dad. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Colleen Delaney Denham
Words cannot express my sadness , I grew up with Duane he was like another little brother, with the crazy Mohawk haircuts. Although I haven’t seen much of him through the years, he was a part of my childhood and I just can’t believe this happened to him. My heart goes out to everyone .