Duane was born December 17, 1953 in Richmond and grew up in Farming, the son of Leonard and Leona (Ramler) Dingman. He graduated from Albany High School and drove semi tractor trailer for many years. “Shaggy” married DiAnne Coleman on September 23, 1989 but later divorced.
Survivors include his son, Tyler; brothers and sisters, Allen (Athleen) Dingman of Freeport, RoseAnn (Duane) Bauer of Waite Park, MaryJane (Craig) Treat of Mpls, MaryLou Wallis of Mpls, Marlin (Rita) Dingman of St. Joseph, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.