https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/ The latest user comments on Duane G. Wolfe en-us https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c193073 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c193073 Years pass but your memory has not faded from me nor has the influence you had on my life. I did not have the privilege of working along side you on a daily basis but you were still my mentor. You were the finest example of a soldier, father, husband, and Christian I ever came into contact with. My sympathy and prayers always go out to your wonderful family. I will never forget you and long for the day I will see you again brother. Wed, 11 Oct 2017 05:08:25 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c184575 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c184575 On yet another Memorial Day, my thoughts turn to Duane. He was a fellow Naval Officer and my Executive Officer at NMCB 17, but more importantly he was a friend and fellow follower of Christ. You are missed brother, we will catch up some day. Mon, 30 May 2016 07:32:19 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c171066 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c171066 Duane and I were serving together at NFELC when he deployed for the last time. He was truly a good man. Reading through these tributes on Veterans Day 2014, makes me proud to know I served with someone special. Happy Veterans Day Duane. We miss you. Tue, 11 Nov 2014 10:08:13 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c76458 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c76458 CDR and I seved together at NFELC. We hit it off immediately. I miss all the laughs we had at drill. He had quite a sense of humor. He called me a month before he was killed/as I was getting mobilized we were going to try to meet up over there. The mold was broken when he was killed. My deep sympathy to his wife and family. Tue, 29 May 2012 04:39:27 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c76370 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c76370 I think of the Commander often as we did several missions together around Al Anbar. We had some intense times on a couple of those missions. I will always remember talking to him the morning after we got through an ambush in Fallujah as he was outside studying the damage to our vehicle we had been in. God bless his family. Lets never forget those who didnt come home. I remind and explain to my children the importance of Memorial Day and ask that you do to your families also. Mon, 28 May 2012 06:54:49 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c48595 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c48595 When Duane got the news he was being promoted to Deputy MSG at Vandenberg, he called me into his office and gave me the news I was being promoted to his job. He opened a desk drawer and pulled out a standard issue shoeshine kit. He handed me the kit and said something like "You're gonna need this becuse one minute you'll be in the field and the next you'll be called to the front office." Everytime I shine my shoes I use that kit and think of him. Godspeed my friend. Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:03:10 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c44867 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c44867 It's been 18 months since Duane's passing and his memory has yet to fade. This is a testament to the impact Duane Wolfe made upon my life and I'm sure there are countless others who would say the same. My job in Afghanistan requires me to be around US military personnel each day. Periodically I see glimpses of Duane in their faces. I've seen his deliberate gate walking away from me or noticed men pressing forward with their heads down in thought; the way Duane used to walk when he was on his way to an important event. What's surprising is that I wasn't even thinking of the guy. It feels like I'm being tapped on the shoulder and being told, "Be careful... pay attention." Having served together in the Navy he said those words to me quite often, and whenever I heard them, I could feel their sincerity. There was a goodness about Duane that was unique, indeed. Profound, in fact. One of God's most profound acts of kindness is that he allows our hearts to heal -- even after suffering devastating losses. I experienced this after the loss of my son and I'm going through it again with my brother-in- arms, mentor, and friend; Duane. I'm thankful for the blessings we still recieve from our Lord and his servant. Thu, 20 Jan 2011 09:07:13 -0800 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c33851 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c33851 I served with Duane in 17 and SU-2. Iwas shocked upon hearing of his death.I considered him a quality leader and a Seabee that personified the motto "Can Do". My heart goes out to his family, fellow Seabees and friends. The world is a better place for all he did, but sorrowful for his loss. Sun, 18 Jul 2010 12:09:05 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c29764 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c29764 As one of the security detail tasked to protect commander Wolfe on that awfull day last year. All I can say is what a great boss he was and a respected man by all who worked with him. I never really got over that day and not sure I will. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:03:56 -0700 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c22260 https://projects.latimes.com/wardead/name/duane-g-wolfe/#c22260 Mr. Wolfe stood by his people. He believed in those around him and it was a constant reminder to each of us what it meant to be a "valued player." He found time to greet everyone regardless of position/status. His position required we regard him highly; we did, not because we had to, but because we wanted to. There are "leaders" everywhere. There are very few that are the true inspirational leaders. Those are the individuals you want to stand next to during the battles of war and life. We will miss you Mr. Wolfe; you meant a great deal to all of us! Tue, 02 Mar 2010 12:09:03 -0800