On June 14th, 2006, my friend Duane Lundgren died. He was 75 years old.
Though I've known him only for about the past five years, my wife and I became quite
close to Duane and his wife.
On June 14th, 2006, my friend Duane Lundgren died. He was 75 years old.
Though I've known him only for about the past five years, my wife and I became quite
close to Duane and his wife.
I initially met Duane through our joint membership in the Indianhead Chorus. We really got to know each other at the Thursday night jams in Amery. We had a great time singing together and he taught me several of his favorite songs. I miss him very much, and want in some way to (belatedly) spread his fame.
He worked as a teacher and a postal delivery man. He worked hard, taking care of a son and first wife whose health demanded constant care. Duane was modest, faithful, and had a depth of love I've rarely seen.
Duane expressed himself through, found strenth in, and took much comfort in his music. Every week at the jam, he sang "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You?" to his wife. I loved singing harmony to his lead, and am lucky enough to have recorded a handful of songs with Duane here at Mandimae Studios. He recorded this song as a favor to me, in 2003 - Ballad of the Skunk' Ridin' CowboyWe'll miss you Duane. Keep an eye on us.