Duane Tipsword's Obituary
Duane Stephen Tipsword, 53. of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018, in his home.
He was born January 16, 1965, in Decatur, to Wayne Lavern and Nancy May (Estes) Tipsword. He was an operator for B&D Tree service.
He is survived by his son, Travis Cox of Decatur, IL; his grandson, Kamron Cox; one brother, Wayne (Laura) Tipsword, Jr. of Mt. Zion, IL; two sisters, Winnie Engel of Decatur, IL and Tonya (John) Baker of Clinton, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Duane loved the outdoors, camping, fishing and hunting. He was also everyone’s favorite uncle. Duane will be missed by all his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Brian Tipsword.
Honoring Duane Tipsword’s wishes, cremation services will be provided by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Point Pleasant Cemetery. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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