Duane Solheim
June 14, 1924 - December 22, 2011
Oswald Duane Solheim was born June 14, 1924 near Kathryn, ND, the son of Theodore and Alma (Bryne) Solheim. He attended Lindvold School and Eastedge School and was a graduate of Nome High School. Duane served his country in the US Army from March 7, 1945 until he was honorably discharged on November 22, 1946. While he was enlisted, he spent time in occupied Japan. Following his discharge, he returned to farm with his father and brother, Russell in Norma Township near Fingal, ND. When he retired, he moved to Valley City, ND and had recently moved to the ND Veterans Home in Lisbon, ND. He was a lifetime member of Waldheim Lutheran Church where he was baptized and confirmed. Duane died December 22, 2011 at the ND Veterans Home in Lisbon, ND. He is survived by his brother, Russell (Judith) Solheim of Valley City; a niece, Becky Sorby of Kathryn, ND; a nephew, Skip Solheim of Corcoran, MN; great nephews, Jordan Sorby, Jeff Love, Ryan Solheim, and Michael Solheim; and great nieces, Wendy Love Whiting and Heather Solheim Goyette. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Hollis and Ernie; sister, Alvira Maasjo; and a niece Gayle Love.
Oswald Duane Solheim was born June 14, 1924 near Kathryn, ND, the son of Theodore and Alma (Bryne) Solheim. He attended Lindvold School and Eastedge School and was a graduate of Nome High School. Duane served his country in the US Army from... View Obituary & Service Information