​At 91 years young, Duane Pillsbury has left us to fill the gap left without the immensity of positive energy and constant support that he gave us all. The ranch and his family, friends, and animals are grateful for the many, many years of great stories, reliable and generous spirit, and undeniable joie de vivre that Duane always shared. 
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Duane Pillsbury, rancher, conservationist, husband of Joan Embery, dies at 91

Remember when...?

​Duane was always up for an adventure, and you could be sure to find him enjoying all of life's adventures with his beloved family, animals, and friends. Whether in front of a camera, in his art studio, on a bull, in the water, or snuggled up next to—Wait! Who is that?!—Duane took life by the horns, or scales, or prehensile tail...

We hope you enjoy this small snippet of the man so many of us have loved, laughed and played with, and shared countless special and memorable times with. 

My sincere gratitude for all of the beautiful flowers, the food, and the heartfelt cards and messages sent over the past weeks.

I would like to share some of the beauty and love that has surrounded me since Duane left us, thanks to the support and friendship that so many of you have given me and Duane over the years, and continue to give now. One of Duane's many loves was spending time in the garden, so having our home transform into a floral tapestry has been especially touching.

Please enjoy images in either the slideshow or gallery format (below) of many of the thoughtful gifts and cards that have arrived.

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