Obituary

Duane C Miles age 76 passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Newton Medical Center. He was born May 1, 1948, in Newton to Clayton and Dorothy Miles. Duane graduated from Newton High School in 1966 and went on to Southwestern College where he earned a Business degree.In 1977 he married Jennifer (Kuhlman) in Wichita, KS. They have two children.He was a good friend, loving husband, father and grandfather. Duane worked in the banking industry for approximately 40 years in Kansas and Colorado. He officiated basketball and enjoyed many sports. Loved watching KU basketball, baseball, and playing golf. Duane is survived by his wife Jennifer, Daughter, Kelly McGarry (Jim) son Blake(Jacklyn). 3 grandchildren Kyle, Paige, and Claire McGarry and a granddaughter to be born in 2025. Funeral services will be on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 10:30 am at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, 1200 Boyd Avenue, Newton, KS 67114. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Trinity Heights United Methodist Church or Good Shepherd Hospice.Checks may be left in the care of Petersen Funeral Home.