Name: David “Duck" Duckworth
Age: 76 of Evansville
Died October 13, 2007 at his home.
David was born July 24, 1931 in Evansville, Indiana to the late Roy and Clara (Hahn) Duckworth. He was a graduate of Bosse High School. He retired as a Staff Sergeant from the United States Air Force after 21 years. He served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He was a member of the “Jolly Green Giants†Vietnam Search and Rescue helicopter squad picking up wounded soldiers.
After his retirement from the military, he worked as a Claims Representative for WorkOne of Evansville. He was a member of the VFW 1114 in Evansville, and was of the Baptist Faith.
David was a very patriotic man who was devoted to his family and friends. He loved the outdoors and his favorite place to visit was Gatlinburg Tennessee. His Great Grandchildren affectionately called him Pa-Paw Ducky.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years: Elizabeth B. (Baker) Duckworth
1 Daughter and Son-In-Law: Lisa Gayle and Husband Reverend David Heard of Evansville
1 Sister: Jo Ann Stock and Husband Herman of Evansville
1 Grandson: Eric S. Tasa and his wife Mandy
3 Great Grandchildren: Tyler, Kyle and Brayden
A loving Aunt Loretta DeHaven and many cousins
Very dear family friends: The Downey’s, the Bogard’s and the Lockhart’s.
An Airforce friend Dan Prince and his wife Helen of Connecticut.
Very special thanks to Dr. Anthony Stephens and Dr. Michael Miller
Funeral Services will be 1 pm, Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Heritage Chapel 2200 Mesker Park Drive in Evansville, with Reverend David Heard officiating. Entombment will be in Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Friends may call 10:00 am until service time, Tuesday, October 16, 2007, in the Heritage Chapel.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Vanderburgh Humane Society.
400 Millner Industrial Drive, Evansville, Indiana 47710
Condolences may be extended to the family at Austinfuneralhome.com