Klugh

Duane "Rege" Klugh, 81, of Butler passed away Tuesday at his home with his loving family by his side following a short illness.

He was born in Butler, Nov. 8, 1927, the son of the late Mary Bernice Nolan Klugh and Herman Levier Klugh.

He graduated from Butler High School in June, 1945.

Mr. Klugh was a veteran of World War II, serving with the Seabees stationed in Japan.

He worked at Armco Steel for 42 years, retiring as turn foreman from the hot mill in 1985.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of VFW Post 249.

He enjoyed roller skating in his younger days, reading his Bible, following world current events, traveling and spending time with his family.

Mr. Klugh is survived by his wife of 60 years, Twila Maxine "Dede" Gold Klugh, who he married March 19, 1949. Also surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Cindy Elliott and her husband, Bill, of Butler; three sons and their wives, Chuck and Connie Klugh of Butler, Todd and Apryl Klugh of Pleasant Gap and Ben and Loretta Klugh of Butler; nine grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl and Gene Klugh.

<B>KLUGH</B> — Private services and entombment for Duane "Rege" Klugh, who died Tuesday, June 16, 2009, were held in Chapel of All Faith Mausoleum at Greenlawn Burial Estates.Donations can be made in his name to the First United Methodist Church of Butler, 200 E. North St., Butler, PA 16001.Arrangements were handled by the <B>Thompson-Miller Funeral Home</B>; and information and a private guest book are available at www.thompson-miller.com.