Thompson Funeral ChapelMyron “Duffy” Michael Heinle
Myron “Duffy” Michael Heinle, passed away December 28, 2018, in Goodyear, AZ. He leaves behind his wife, Barb; two daughters, Tracey Knos (Dave), Allison Gonzales (Ed); five beautiful grandchildren; two brothers, Gerald Heinle (Kathy), Galen Heinle (Sandy); and a sister Gale Deutsch. Duffy was born in Riverdale, ND to Herbert Heinle and Ruby Burchell on September 18, 1952. He attended Casselton High School and went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts at Minot State.
He joined the Bismarck Police Department in 1975 and continued his service to the community until he retired from duty as Deputy Chief in 2007. He was dedicated throughout his 32 years of service to his community and his family at the Bismarck Police Department. He spoke often of how proud he was to have served his community and his fellow officers.
After retiring from the Bismarck Police Department he was hired as a contractor for Basin Electric where he worked from December 2007 to December 2014, before completely retiring. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren in Arizona and spending his summers at the family cabin on Lake Sakakawea. He loved fishing, hunting with his brothers, and just sitting watching the beautiful sunset. God bless you, Duffy! We will miss you!
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, January 31, 2019, at McCabe United Methodist Church, 1030 N. 6th Street, Bismarck, ND 58501. The family suggests that donations be made to Cops-N-Kids, Bismarck Police Depart, 700 S Ninth Street, Bismarck, ND 58504.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Duffy’s family during this difficult time.
good bye old friend.
Thoughts and Prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time!! I hope cherished memories bring you comfort..
It was an honor to work for you and with you! You were a great teacher and mentor during my time in Detectives working for you and a pleasure to work for you in PYB when you were the Deputy Chief! Thank you for your service! God’s speed!
Dear Barb: JoAnn and I are so very sorry for your loss. We were unaware that he had been ill. We were looking forward to seeing you two after the Christmas Holiday. Please know that you are in our prayers!
RIP my friend!
We miss you already Duffy! Hugs to Barb and the Heinle Family!
Barb, So sorry to learn off Duffy’s passing. May you find comfort knowing many are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.
Goodbye old friend we shot a lot of birds caught a lot of fish together I will miss you Barb give me a call when you get back to town love to get together with you
Goodbye old friend we shot a lot of birds and caught a lot of fish together over the years you will be missed Barb give us a call when you get back to AZ take care
Sorry to hear of Duffy’s passing. Great cop, great man!
Goodbye my cousin you were much to young!
Dear Barb and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Tracey and family.
Please accept our deepest condolences for
Duffy’s passing.
Brad Butcher and the Charles Schwab Family
Barb,
So glad for the good years you had with Duffy. And glad your family is beside you to walk through this new chapter. You are so loved.
Brenda Ostlie
Duffy, I will miss you friend.
Thanks for the good memories of being buddies in high school.
Please know that we are thinking of the family at this very difficult time. We are sorry for your loss.