Duane Kostelecky

Duane Curtis Kostelecky, 70, of Billings died Feb. 13, 2021, at his home.

He was born to Mildred and Charles Kostelecky on April 21, 1950, in Dickinson, N.D. Growing up as a part of the Kostelecky family, he spent his childhood running through the mountainsides of Checkerboard and surrounding areas causing occasional mischief and developing brilliant plans that almost always ended in trouble, but were surely always a good time.

In his younger years, he took advantage of his natural athletic abilities and loved playing all sports. He loved track, basketball, baseball, football and softball. He was always remembered for his speed. He was always running so fast, whether it was for a sporting event or running away from trouble.

In his adult years, he lived in multiple parts of Montana, stretching from Culbertson to Columbus and numerous places in between, finally ended up permanently residing in Billings for the later portion of his life. He was not only a talented farm and ranch hand, but was also a talented carpenter along with a talent in drywall, taping, and texture. He loved to bowl and he loved to hunt and fish. He also loved to talk about bowling, fishing, hunting and sports.

He had three children, Antone “Tony,” Nikki and Teddy. He was always known for how proud he was of his children and grandchildren. He loved to teach them how to fish or bowl or watch sports, but mostly loved spending time with his family, from brothers to children to grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Audrey; brother, Kenneth; and son, Antone “Tony.”

He is survived by his daughter, Nikki of Glendive; son, Teddy of Sidney; eight grandchildren; brothers, Dennis, Marvin, Randy, Frances and Doug; and sister, Coleen.

A celebration of life will be held March 27 at the Sunset Bowling Alley in Billings from 2 to 6 p.m.