Duane Eberle, Sr

Duane L. Eberle, Sr., 73, of Mason City, NE passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026, at his home two days short of his 74th birthday.

Duane LaRoy Eberle, Sr. of Mason City was born October 13th, 1952, he was the third child to Raymond (Sooner) and Helen Eberle. He was united in marriage to Shelley Rynearson on November 18, 1972. To this union three children were born.

Duane worked at B-D in Broken Bow for 42 years where he made many friends along the way, while also farming with his dad.

Duane will be remembered by his family and friends for his endless tales of back when and the endless chats with all he knew. His greatest joys were his family, farming, and caring for his critters, both small and large. He also enjoyed helping neighbors near or far. His huge, sweet corn patch was a source of pride, and he loved sharing his harvest with everyone around town.

Duane was preceded in death by his parents Raymond (Sooner) and Helen Eberle, His in-laws Dale Rynearson Sr. and Irene Rynearson, brother Kenneth Eberle, niece Steffany Rynearson, nephew Joel Eberle, grandchildren Ella Eberle, and Logan Eberle.

He is survived by his wife Shelley Eberle of Mason City, his children D.J. (Kari) Eberle of Mason City, Marie (Barry) Sweley of Litchfield, and James (Jenny) Eberle of Doniphan, grandchildren Jonathan Eberle of Mason City, Cortnee Eberle of Kearney, Katelynn Sweley (Sean) of Omaha, Emilee Dowling (Ryan) of Bloomfield, Sydnee Sweley (Tyler) of Litchfield, Hunter Sweley of Litchfield, Brody Eberle of Doniphan, and Rylan Eberle of Doniphan, great-grandchildren Dallas Walter and Briar Eberle.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the Mason City Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Mason City Cemetery. A visitation and time to greet the family will be held on Friday, October 16th, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Govier Brothers Mortuary. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Online words of remembrance or condolences may be left at www.govierbrothers.com