Duane Weiss

Duane Weiss, 81, of Norfolk, MA, passed away on June 6, 2026.
Born in Durand, WI on September 17, 1944, he was the son of the late Hubert and Mary (Sam) Weiss.
Duane grew up in Durand, and after graduating high school, spent a year in college before enlisting to serve his country in the United States Army. He served meritoriously in Vietnam as a Counterintelligence Agent and rose to the rank of Sergeant.
Following his military service, Duane married Monica (Fedie), whom he had known since childhood and later attended Youngstown State University in Ohio where he graduated with a degree in retail merchandising. Together Duane and Monica moved to Massachusetts where they built a life and raised their son, Craig.
Duane spent his career in sales leadership roles within the tool industry, where he was respected for his work ethic and ability to connect with people. To those who knew him best, he will be remembered for his unwavering loyalty, compassion, humility and sharp wit. He had a quiet strength, a generous heart and a deep devotion to his family, and lifelong friends.
Above all he cherished his wife Monica, his loving son Craig and wife, Noreen, and his adored grandchildren, Samantha, Owen and William, whom he took great pride in and brought him tremendous joy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Duane was predeceased by his brother Allen Weiss.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, June 15th, from 4PM-7PM in the R.J. Ross Funeral Home, 135 South Street, Wrentham, MA. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 16th at 11AM at St. Jude Church, 86 Main Street Norfolk, MA. A burial with military honors will follow at Norfolk Cemetery, 24 Seekonk Street, Norfolk, MA.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Duane’s memory may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org.