Duane Albert Nasner, age 67, passed away and into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on March 10, 2020 in Mesa, Arizona.
Duane was born March 17, 1952 in Bozeman, Montana, to Albert and Agnes (Dyk) Nasner. He was raised along with his younger sister Rosella on the family farm south of Wolf Point and attended grade school at Sunnyside School and moved on to jr. high at Frontier School. Growing up he excelled in music, academics, and athletics, graduating from Wolf Point High School in 1970. He played basketball at Seattle Pacific University for one year before transferring and graduating with an agribusiness degree from Montana State University in 1974. Duane met the love of his life, Shirley Fast, when they were in high school and they were united in marriage on June 30, 1973 at the MB Church in Lustre. After Duane finished his degree at MSU, Duane and Shirley moved back to the family farm south of Wolf Point where they farmed and ranched. In Duane’s early farming years, he worked for Farmers Union Oil (Cenex) constructing over 60 grain bins in northeast Montana, and later worked for the ASCS office. Duane and Shirley were blessed with two children, Lynae and Scott. They later sold their cattle to focus on farming in the Nickwall, Vida, Sheep Creek, and Hubbard Road areas, with their son, Scott.
Duane lived his life in the words of Ephesians 2:8-9: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-not by works, so that no one can boast.” Duane accepted the Lord at a young age and later in an outward showing of faith was baptized. He faithfully attended Gospel Fellowship Church where he loved being a big part of the Awana Program, leading youth group, teaching Sunday School and serving as an Elder on the church board. He and other volunteers recently assisted in building and finishing the new church when the old building was destroyed by fire.
Duane enjoyed refereeing high school basketball for 17 years and also coached jr. high basketball in Wolf Point for one season. He served on various boards including Agland for 36 years and Ag Partners LLC since its inception in 2012. Duane especially liked volunteering at the Wolf Point Stampede and was looking forward to his 50th class reunion this summer.
Duane was very proud of and took a special interest in his grandchildren, watching them grow, encouraging them, and supporting them in their many endeavors. He was often seen teaching them in the field, and following them to music and sporting events. Duane was also known to indulge a grandchild’s sweet tooth. Most importantly, he was a spiritual mentor to his grandkids by sending them verses and speaking God’s truth into their lives.
In 2009, Duane and Shirley began to travel to Arizona to take in the warmer winter weather. They enjoyed visiting with friends, golfing, hosting family and friends, hiking, playing bocce ball and pickleball, and riding bicycle. They also attended the many sporting events and concerts around the Mesa/Phoenix area.
Those who will miss Duane are his loving wife of 46 years, Shirley; his daughter, Lynae (Gary) Gackle and their children, Hannah, Caleb and Grace; his son, Scott (Jennifer) and their children, Xavier, Kate, Matthew and Myah; and his sister, Rosella (Duane) Kurokawa and their children, Aaron (Kristen) and Lisa. He is also survived by his father and mother-in-law, Harvey and Gladys Fast; two sisters-in-law, Joan (Keith) Unger and Jean (Ken) Joiner; brother-in-law, Warren (DeeDee) Fast; 10 nieces and nephews and 20 great nieces and nephews. Duane was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Agnes Nasner.The family would like to thank everyone for their many kind words and gestures.
If friends desire, memorial contributions can be made to Gospel Fellowship Sunday School (children’s ministry) or the Wolf Point 100 Club.
Service Schedule
Visitation
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday March 21, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday March 22, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Family Receives Friends
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday March 22, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Visitation
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday March 21, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Visitation
10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday March 22, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Family Receives Friends
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday March 22, 2020
Clayton Stevenson Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Wally and Earlene Sexton says
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and thoughts your way. Duane and Shirley were such good neighbors.
David Allen says
our family are so sad to here of Duane’s passing. I grew up across the fence to the north and you couldn’t find a better neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
Love: Dave , Edie, Jesse and A.J.
Karel and Ernie Schutt says
Our hearts break for you. Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers. Duane always spoke kindly of people. One time when my youngest was in Critical condition, Duane got a call about a prayer chain for him. He told me that he “Shut down the tractor right then and there to pray for him.” THAT is a real prayer warrior who knows God. I will always think of Duane as that….a man who knows God…and God knows him. May the peace of God comfort your hearts at this time and Bless your lives always.
Connie Dahl says
My life is richer for knowing Duane and I cherish memories of his humor, humility and love for the fellowship of believers. I loved having him as a Sunday School teacher and he would say “ You guys make it so easy” and was an excellent elder. I and my family will miss him. I love the Teamwork he and Shirley put in building up the body of believers. We love you all and pray for continued comfort during this time and the days ahead. In Christ, Connie Dahl Luke 20:38
Dwaine and Vivian Wall says
Our thoughts and prayers often go to you in this sorrowful time. It’s still unreal, our hearts break. Ahead of me one year in grade/high school, in WPHS band, I shared Sunday School classes with him at Community Bible Church with Sue Schmidt as our teacher, and others before that. Always a gentleman, he brought enjoyment to sports at Beacon Bible Camp, and took the position on the basketball team vacated by a grad who’d been on the State Basketball Championship team the year before. So many memories. We will so miss his quiet but steady commitment to community events, the churches and know he’ll be playing trumpet in heaven’s band if they have one. Hugs to each of you. He will be living in heaven because he took Jesus, our Lord to be his Savior. He is Lord in this, even though we do not understand.
Roger and Carla Hunsley says
Shirley and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so very sorry.
Carla and Roger Hunsley and Family
Paul andJane says
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your faith sustain you in this time
Earlene Dempsey says
Shirley and Family, Larry, I and the boys want to express our sincere sympathy to your loss. Duane was always a giving person even when growing up with him in school. He will be missed with his generosity and kind spirit. May your wonderful memories be a comfort to each of you.
Evans says
So sorry for your loss of Duane thoughts and prayers are with all your family
Bonnie Reddig says
Ahh, what can I say? Duane was a great leader and will be missed.
Shirley, please know that MR and I have you in our prayers daily…
We have so many memories of the early days: high school and when you lived with Gramma Justine.
You were special then and still are. We grieve with you.
Love and continued prayers for you an your family
MR and Bonnei
David Ensz says
Shirley and your family, our prayers are with you all with the loss of Duane, a great husband, father, and grandfather.
Dave and Aline Ensz
Trudy Fox says
Shirley and Family
So sorry to hear of Duane’s passing. He is in good hands now. Prayers for all of you.
Trudy Fox
Alice Christensen says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this hard time. He is gone but never forgotten. He lives on in all of you.
Louise Stensland says
Shirley,Jennifer and Scott,
May your faith help you thru this sorrowful time. Our prayers are for your whole family. Know that we send our love to all of you. We never understand God’s plans but we know we will see our loved ones again.
Love to all, Uncle Jim and Aunt Louise
Wade Krohmer says
Shirley and Family. We are so sorry for the loss of Duane. He was a great man. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. He was a great friend to our family. There have been a lot of memories of our visits while we went on those long referee trips. Our family has all of your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Christoffersen says
Shirley & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Duane was a quintessential community leader — he will be missed in that role among so many others more important to you.
Gayle O'Tremba & husband Tom says
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. We are so thankful we got to see him a couple years ago and give him a hug. Tom was so glad he got to meet Duane. He talked about what a happy person Duane was. Shirley, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a great testimony Duane’s life was to so many many folks. The way he lived and the way he Loved his Lord and Saviour is something we can all be thankful for that we got to see in Duane. May you trust that God will get you through this very sad time. Love and prayers to you all
Ken Mayer says
Our sincere sympathy. Take comfort in the loving arms of God, he will bring you peace.
God Bless,
Ken and Diane Mayer
Cyndi J Landsrud says
This man was far too young to check out this early in life. I’m terribly sorry for your loss. I did not know Duane well, yet the few times I encountered him, he was respectful and thoughtful. I could see he was a man of honor. May he rest in peace. Dear Nasner family members, my thoughts and prayers are with you as your process this loss. I hope you find comfort in great memories and the example he left in his daily walk.
Richard and Linda Desch says
Our sympathy goes out to the whole family at this time. Duane was always welcoming and friendly.
Ralph & Christie Ferdina says
We are so sorry for your loss, Shirley and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He will definitely be missed.
Nancy Sietsema says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Shirley, Lynne, Scott and families. The passing of Duane has brought a large void to the many people of Wolf Point. He was a leader in many aspects and I always enjoyed a good visit with him. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and bring you peace knowing that Duane was welcomed into heaven with open arms. Sending love and hugs to your family.
Jaron Schillinger says
Enjoyed my conversations with Duane and Shirley. Always greeted me by name and asked how things were going. Sympathies and prayers for the family.
Bert & Linda Twitchell says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Shirley and Rosalie and both families. Peace be with you. Bert & Linda Twitchell
Laurie Neubauer says
My prayers are with Shirley and families as this is a tough time. This man was kind, caring, and loving. I have known him since our freshman year of high-school….he always smiles and speaks to everyone in a very caring way. God bless his family 💕💧💐🙏🏽 as they cope and try to accept. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Bonnie & Raymond Olson says
Shirley, Lynae, Scott and families, It is so hard to know what to say at a time like this. Duane’s passing comes as a shock to everyone. Just know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Duane and I graduated together. I will always remember his big smile, quick wit and kindness. Just know that he lives on in your hearts and memories. May our Great and Mighty God give each of you peace of heart and comfort now and in the times ahead. God Bless you.
Warren Crowe says
Well wishes to all of Duane’s family, friends, and people he served with. Thoughts and prayers. I remember when was on the Big 32 state championship team in 68.
Warren Crowe says
Thoughts and prayers to his wife, family and friends.
Jean Hansen Nedrud says
Well done good & faithful servant! God’s walked with you all along. From the time we were kids at Frontier, to Wolf Point High to MSU & beyond! Having a lovely family is a true legacy to teach the world!
It is a shock & a sad time here but I rejoice for you!
What a party in heaven!
You will leave a hole in our hearts…Prayers for family & class mates as we will miss you!
Jean & Ed
Lowell D Tieszen says
The word that comes to mind when I think of Duane is respect. He was respected by all who knew him, and despite his height, he looked down on no one, but showed respect to everyone. It may be a weird way to say it, but it is my recollection that the Lustre community was rather proud to have him marry one of its own in Shirley. What a wonderful couple they made! We are grieved deeply over the news of his way-to-soon passing.
“And now, come, broken to the cross,
Where Christ embraced all human loss,
And let us bow before the throne
Of God, who gives and takes His own,
And promises– whatever toll
He takes–to satisfy our soul.
Come, learn the lesson of the rod:
The treasure that we have in God.
He is not poor nor much enticed
Who loses everything but Christ.”
–John Piper
Tim Cody says
Blessings and Comfort to all. RIP, Duane! Enjoy the company of the Lord and the banquet with those that have gone before!
Becky Schmidt says
Praying for the entire family! Love you all.
Janice and John Roney says
Our love and prayers are with you that God will grant you all a gentle grieving and many wonderful memories.
We will always miss our cousin and friend.
Janice (Anderson) and John Roney
Susan Herring says
Dear Nasner family… our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you say your earthly goodbyes to your husband, Dad, Grandpa, etc…. so thankful that you have the assurance of him in his heavenly home… may our Lord Jesus give you HIS peace… Boone and Susan Herring
Cam & Jodi Martin says
So sorry for your loss to Shirley , Scott & Lynae & families. This last summer I put some water treatment systems in there house ,had a good visit with Duane & Shirley was talking about the crops they were having that they were unreal . Duane was a very nice guy to talk to, take care Cam, Jodi Martin & girls.
Jim and Karen Borseth says
So sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for God’s comfort and peace to all of your family.
Jerry and Debbie Reddig says
Shirley and family. So sorry to hear of Duane’s passing. Our prayers will be for comfort to you in the months and years to come.
Virgil and Kathy Rauch says
Shirley and family. We were sad to hear of Duane’s death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Virgil and Kathy
Matt and Carol Flikkema says
Shirley and families, we just learned of your loss and we want to let you know we are keeping you in our prayers. We all serve a living God and we in trust you all to His comforting spirit. It’s so hard to believe this happened here in Mesa and we didn’t even know about it. Once again our sincere sympathies to all of you.
Duane Braaten says
Duane and I were classmates in first and secound grade at Sunnyside school. I’ve enjoyed seeing him a time or two since then. Sorry for your loss!
Ernie & Dee Kehler says
Ernie & Dee Kehler
Shirley & Family
We are sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He was a good neighbour to have in Sunland Springs in Mesa AZ.
Duane had a strong faith in the Lord. He will be missed. We will have you in our Prayers!
Donna Dethman says
Dear Shirley and family. I was heartbroken to hear about Duane! We just visited with each other and it was devastating news. My heart aches for you all. We know he is with Jesus and that is the only consolation there is at a time like this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Zimmerman says
Enjoyed many visits with Duane regarding Farming and Athletics
God bless to his family & many friends 👍
Stephen Goossen says
My heart sank to hear of Duane’s passing. He was the favorite cousin I ever known and enjoyed being with him. I have
many fond memories of Duane. I enjoyed assisting with him, doing farm chores. I am thankful that he is in the
presence with his Lord and Savior. We all miss you dearly. 👍
Marianne says
I have no words to express how I feel about the passing of Duane! I am still in shock, it is just so unbelievable! He was one of the good guys!! I couldn’t have asked for a better neighbor in AZ. Duane and Shirley always checked on me to make sure I was okay after Mel died. It just makes me so sad and I am so sorry for the loss of a great guy. Shirley, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you! Love, Marianne.
Rodney Jelinek says
Shirley, we where sorry to hear of Duane’s passing. We will so miss our short but enjoyable visits in Mesa. The ladies shopping and the guys golfing and the get togethers after.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care till we meet again !
Rod and Sue Jelinek
Desert Aire, Washington
Julie Langaker says
Sending love, prayers and hugs to Shirley, Scott, and Lynae.
Duane was such a fun cousin, and I always looked forward to seeing Duane with the family at reunions. What a joy to know that he’s with the Lord, and a sadness that he’s gone. So many good memories mixed with joy and laughter. Such a loss. You are all loved as was Duane. Looking forward to seeing him again on the other side. -Love, Julie
Shawn Fast says
Shirley, Lynae, and Scott. I just recently heard of Duane’s passing. Sorry for your loss.