David Duren, age 89, died Monday, July 10, 2023, at Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 13, 2023, at St. Isidore Catholic Church. Visitation is Wednesday, July 12th 4:00-6:00 p.m. with a vigil service starting promptly at 6:00 p.m. at the church. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Interment with Military Honors by The American Legion Hartman Post #84 Honor Guard is in All Saints Cemetery.
In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials are suggested to Scotus Central High School or St. Isidore Catholic Church.
David Leo Duren was born on December 31, 1933 to Leo H. and Lois (Morgan) Duren in rural Polk County, Ne. he attended Rural Butler County Grade School District 4: Moved to Rising City as an eighth grader, graduated from Rising City High School in 1951. He attended Commercial Extension School of Commerce, Omaha, Creighton University and Omaha University.
He was united in marriage to Norma Jean Torczon October 6, 1956 at St. Anthony Of Padua Church, Platte Center. In Omaha, he was employed at M.M.Shapiro Co, CPAS. He earned his CPA Certificate in 1959 at which time he and his family moved to Columbus.
He established the CPA firm, David Duren and Associates, in 1959. Eventually the firm became known as Duren, Scow, Kuhlman, Rief and Kruse until he sold the business October 31, 1987. Then he joined the First National Bank of Columbus as Senior Trust Officer. He also served on the board of directors until January 1, 1992 when he became a Tax Consultant and Trust and Asset Manager.
He served in the Army from 1953 to 1955. He was a member of The American Legion Honor Guard for many years. He served at the veteran’s services more than 600 times. He had a special place in his heart for the Honor Guard.
He served on the Columbus Airport Authority for several years. He was a member of the Columbus Jaycees and Past President of the Chamber. He participated in Columbus days and was honored to be King Ferdinand in 1981. He was also a member of Elks Country Club and member and past President of Rotary Club.
As Director, he was on the board of Nebraska Public Power for 24 years where he was a past Chairman of the board.
His Civic Duty included being a member and treasurer for the Platte County Historical Society for many years. Also he was a past President of the Scotus Central Catholic High School board, Trustee of Scotus Educational foundation; member and initial Trustee of Saint Isidore Church, Holy Name Society and member of the Third and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus.
His grandchildren were especially important to him. Family trips and holiday get togethers were frequent. Nebraska football was also a highlight. Having tailgate parties with brothers John and Jerry, and their families was a regular football Saturday routine. Travels to Europe, Mexico or Caribbean were always an adventure.
He is Survived by his spouse Norma
Daughter Lynne (Jerry) Barkmeier of Springfield, IL
Grandson Jared (Jenna) of Aurora, Co Great Grandson Jackson
Granddaughter Lia (James) Case of Springfield, IL
Daughter Diane (Drew Collier) of Omaha
Grandsons Drew, Derek and Dustin Knutson of Omaha
Grandson Devin (Jess) Collier of Centennial, Co Great Grandson Callum and Great Granddaughter Clara Collier
Son Dan (Tiffany) of Lincoln, Ne
Granddaughter Bryttie (Kyle) Kurtenbach of Denver
Great Granddaughter Sonoma Kurtenbach
Granddaughter Colbi of Denver, Co
Granddaughter Jacy (Ty) Booysen
Grandson Peyton Hutzel Lincoln, Ne
Grandson Grant Hutzel Lincoln, Ne
Son Mark (Johna) of Omaha
Grandson Austin (Jordan) of Omaha
Grandson Dylan (Lauren) of Omaha Great Granddaughter Lilly
Granddaughter Shelby (Kole) Klocko of Omaha Great Grandson Huxton
Granddaughter Brooklyn of Omaha
Daughter Andrea (Jeff) Carlson of Omaha
Sister Mary Gean Neujahr- Lincoln
Brother Jerome Duren – Columbus
Sister-In-Law Barbara Duren – Rising City
Sister – Judy Weisbarth Mentor on the Lake, Ohio
Sister -in -Law Marie Krings Columbus
Sister – In – Law Grace Torczon
Many nieces and nephews
Preceded in Death by:
Parents: Leo and Lois (Morgan) Duren
Infant Daughter Annette
Brother Myron John Duren
Father and Mother-In- Law Frank and Mary Torczon
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