Lamar, Duane H., 77 of Portage Township, passed away on June 28, 2024 in Johnstown. He was born on August 18, 1946 in Portage. Duane was the son of Richard and Theresa (Plahs) Lamar. He is preceded in death by his parents, his infant brother, Ronald and his infant sister, Mary.
Duane is survived by his loving wife Constance L. “Connie” (Christina) Lamar of Portage and their children: Richard Lamar of Portage, Stephanie wife of Aaron Abercrombie of North East Erie, PA, Candice wife of Kristofer Wallace of Johnstown and Nicole wife of Scott Molnar of Menifee, CA. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren, Henry, Tilden, Penelope, Karissa, Brayden, Trinity and Xavier, his brother: Dave Lamar of Portage and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Duane was the former owner and operator of DL Trucking and last employed by Waste Management. He was a U.S. Army Helicopter Mechanic during the Vietnam War.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the Matthew R. Decort Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. in Portage. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10 AM at Holy Family Catholic Church in Portage, Fr. Thomas Stabile, Celebrant. Committal in St. Bartholomew Church Cemetery in Wilmore.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Duane’s name to the American Cancer Society, 1818 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
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