In Remembrance Of
Duane Wiley
Duane F. Wiley, beloved husband, father, and Papa Du, 61 of Gower, MO passed away, December 28, 2022, with the love of his life, Sally, by his side.
He was born on November 1, 1961, to Burl Franklin and Beverly Ann (Frederick) Wiley in St. Joseph, MO where he grew up and graduated from Central High School in 1980.
Duane worked for Chase Poe Candy, Monfort Pork, G&L Mill Work and was currently employed at Boehringer Ingelheim all in St. Joseph. He was a hard worker who always took pride in all he did and the many lifelong friends he made wherever he worked.
On July 7, 2007, Duane and Sally were united in marriage. They enjoyed their life together in Gower where they were proud members of the Gower Lions Club and active in the community. He was a huge supporter of the East Buchanan Bulldogs, St. Joseph Griffons Hockey Teams, and KC Club North Volleyball. Duane enjoyed riding his Harley, anything Evel Knievel, keeping his cars clean, traveling, going on adventures, family vacations and was a frequent concert goer. Most of all he loved every single moment he had with his wife, kids, and the light of his life his precious grandbabies.
He was met at heavens gates by his parents Burl and Beverly Wiley, his sister Dianna Lynn, grandparents, brother-in-law Richie Crow, other family members, and his loyal fur-baby Kemp.
He will always be held close in the hearts of his family and friends he left behind including his wife Sally Wiley; his children Carly Conroy-Edwards, Justin (Nikki) Conroy, Taylor (Brett) Danbury, Colby (Hannah) Wiley, Brycen (Blayke) Conroy, Caleb (Brooke) Wiley, and Chloe (Lance) Sweet; his grandbabies Ellie, Parker, Kendyl, Easton, Noah, Macy, Courtney, Logan, Harper, Olivia, Cale, and Rip; his aunts Gloria Gibson and her family, Janis Cluck and her family; sisters-in-laws Sara Crow, Nancy (Bob) Clifford, and Jami (Chuck) Crouch, and their families; and nieces, nephews, cousins and numerous friends.
Visitation: 5:00-8:00 pm Sunday, January 1st at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower
Funeral Service: 3:00 pm Monday, January 2nd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower
Burial: Allen Cemetery, Gower
Donations may be made to the Gower Lions Club.
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Ralph and Lisa Landis
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Wishing you peace and comfort.
Chip & Pam Holman
Our family is sending you our thoughts and prayers. May your memories be sweet and God comfort you in this time of grief…
Sandy Huxley Whitten
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Duane I can see what a treasure he was to you Sally and your beautiful family. May you find strength in God and all your family and friends. Sending much love.
Carri L Rickel
Sorry for your loss
Doug, Debbie and Joe Conrad
Very much enjoyed coaching youth sports with Duane while our kids played together. He made our family feel welcomed to St Jospeh as our neighbor when we moved into town years ago. Many fond memories of the kids playing together. Our condolences to Sally, his children and all of his family.
Mike Bullimore
Sally, I am so sorry to hear of Duane’s passing. He was a wonderful person and always had a smile on his face, and the best of neighbors. My prayers to you and your family.
Carol and Bob Farr
Sally and family our condolence on the lose of your loved Duane rest in peace as you watch over all those who love you. Gower will not be the same without you buddy!