Donald Duane Garman

Donald Duane Garman, 78, died Tuesday January 26, 2016, in Amarillo.

Services were held on Saturday, January 30, 2016, in Robertson Funeral Directors Saints Roost Chapel in Clarendon with Rev. Kirk Watson, officiating.

Burial followed atCitizens Cemetery in Clarendon.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Duane was born on October 25, 1937, in Lelia Lake to Clarence and Juanita Garman. Duane married his wife Bennie, on November 2, 1958, in Quitaque. He lived in Clarendon for most of his life where he attended the First United Methodist Church, was a member of the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department for many years, an EMT, and a deputy reserve. Duane worked for GTE as a Switch Tech for 33 years. He enjoyed gardening, working on small engines, learning about history, and telling stories.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Derenda Garrett, and his niece Terri Nielson.

He is survived by his wife; his sister, Oveta Nielsen of San Angelo; his daughter, Connie Debord and husband Scott of Amarillo; his son, Donny Garman and wife Barbara of Georgetown; six grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 364, Clarendon, Texas 79226.