Duane R. Sherwood Fort Madison, Iowa Obituary

Duane R. Sherwood

Duane Ralph Sherwood, 83, of Fort Madison, IA, passed away at 12:40 a.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. He was born on September 28, 1937 in Fort Madison, IA to Joe Ralph & Alta Marie Warner Sherwood. He graduated from Fort Madison High School in 1955 and from Western Illinois University in 1976. He married Myrna Marie Fortune on January 24, 1959 in Fort Madison, IA. He worked at the Iowa State Penitentiary for many years, retiring as the Iowa Prison Industries Supervisor. During his final years at ISP, production at Iowa Prison Industries exceeded $3,000,000. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Duane was a charter member of the Fort Madison Bloodhound Booster Club and was it’s 3rd president. He was very involved in Bloodhound Wrestling, working to start several wrestling tournaments and was the Iowa High School Wrestling Federation Officials Chairman. He was an active volunteer for the Tri State Rodeo for 69 years and a member of the Rodeo Operating Committee for 18 years. He was a charter member of the Special Kids Rodeo. He also served on the Lee County Mental Health Board of Directors and served on the Fort Madison School Board. He received the Fort Madison Citizen of the Year Award in 2011 and the Governor’s Star Award in 1990. Duane is survived by: his wife: Myrna Sherwood of Fort Madison, IA; 1-daughter: Kelly Parrett (Andy Ross) of Pensacola, FL; 3-sons: Dean (Rae-Lynn) Sherwood of Lewiston, ME, Kirk (Ronda) Sherwood of Fort Madison, IA & Todd (Donna) Sherwood of St. Louis, MO; 12-grandchildren & 11-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. A public viewing and visitation will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory. Due to Co-Vid concerns, the family will not be present. A private family service will be held with burial in Oakland Cemetery in Fort Madison. In Lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for St. Paul Lutheran Church or Fort Madison Food Pantry. Online condolences to Duane’s family may be left at the King-Lynk Funeral Home & Crematory website: www.kinglynk.com.
September 28, 1937 - January 10, 202109/28/193701/10/2021
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Lou Gvist
January 22, 2021
Duane was one of my favorite Iowa school board members. He wore his passion for public education and students on his sleeve. The Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) hosts a statewide convention every November. Each year I smiled when I would see Duane, walking aroun... Continue Reading
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Craig Rupert
January 18, 2021
I'm sorry to learn of Duane's passing. I remember him well from working at Easter Foods back in the day. He was a good man. Sympathy to his family.
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Gary & Diana Lucas
January 15, 2021
The world is a lesser place with the absence of Duane Sherwood and a more principled man, I have yet to meet. Anyone even slightly acquainted with Duane knew of him as a shining star when it came to community service. Having served with Duane on the Tri-State Rodeo Ope... Continue Reading
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Melissa
January 13, 2021
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DEB HOLTKAMP
January 11, 2021
I will miss seeing Duane at the Montrose Farmers Market . He was usually first in line to buy sweetcorn from me. With deepest sympathy.
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Ryanne Wood
January 11, 2021
Duane was a compassionate soul and fearlessly put into action his compassionate spirit. I always enjoyed his conversation and eagerness to raise up the disabled and downtrodden. His passing is a great loss for all that knew him yet a great gain for heaven.
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Greg Smith
January 11, 2021
What a loss. Duane was a good friend and supportive colleague. I always told him he was my biggest fan, because that's the way he made you feel! So passionate about kids in Fort Madison and the school district in general. We partnered on many projects and he was always t... Continue Reading
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Dr. Erin Slater
January 11, 2021
Duane was a treasured volunteer and former board member of the Fort Madison Community School District. His passion and dedication will live on in FMCSD. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. We are better for having known Duane. Sincerely-FMCSD board, adminis... Continue Reading
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Sharon Scholl-Nabulsi
January 11, 2021
Duane was a friend to everybody! He never new a stranger! Prayers to his wife and family! May he Rest In Peace! Fort Madison just loss a great ambassador! Sharon Scholl-Nabulsi
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Tresa Watson
January 11, 2021
Bill, Tresa, Charlie and Jack Watson are praying for a peaceful journey for our Uncle Duane. May we all bring so much and be so loved all the days of our lives. We will miss you until we are reunited in heaven with you. RIP Duane.
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