In memory of

Duane Richard Karnes

Apple Valley, MN

January 28, 1974 - February 26, 2026

Jan 28, 1974 - Feb 26, 2026

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In memory of

Duane Richard Karnes

Passed

February 26, 2026
Born

January 28, 1974
Resided

Apple Valley, MN

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1807 N Rapids Rd 1807 N Rapids Rd, Manitowoc, WI 54220, USA

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Duane Karnes, 52, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Born on January 28, 1974, and raised in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, he lived a life shaped by connection, a sense of curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the world around him.

He worked as a mechanic for Delta Airlines, where his natural ability and hands-on approach showed every day. He had a way of taking things apart, understanding how they worked, and …

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