A Life Interrupted: The Disappearance of Willard Martindale
Willard Duane Martindale Jr., known to friends and family as “Duane,” vanished on December 1, 1977, in Reno, Nevada. At 29 years old, Duane was last seen by his family near a highway overpass in Reno. They attempted to approach him, but by the time they turned their vehicle around, he had disappeared without a trace.
Early Life and Background
Born on May 12, 1948, in Michigan to Willard D. Martindale Sr. and Eleanor Jean Martindale, Duane grew up in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. He attended Sault Sainte Marie High School, where he was known for his quiet demeanor. After high school, the Martindale family relocated to Reno, Nevada, seeking new opportunities. ...Read More
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