Duane Ferris Hutchings - Walker Funeral Home

Duane Ferris Hutchings of Spanish Fork, passed away on February 8, 2026 at his home of natural causes.

Duane was born on June 12, 1935 in Springville, Utah as the fourth child of Vivian Silas and Sadie Marsh Hutchings. He graduated from Spanish Fork High School in 1953. He married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Stewart, on June 23, 1954 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. They are the parents of 11 children: Steven D. (Terri) Hutchings, Spanish Fork, Utah; Alan S. (Brenda) Hutchings, Salem, Utah; Michele (Wayne) Youd, Leland, Utah; Michael V. (Lisa) Hutchings, Spanish Fork, Utah; David P. (Terilee) Hutchings, Spanish Fork, Utah; Lorraine (Michael) Carson, Hillsboro, Oregon; Charmae (Troy) Thomas, Spanish Fork, Utah; Glen J. Hutchings; Larry M. (Hattie) Hutchings, Spanish Fork, Utah; Terese (Kent) Mitchell, Mapleton, Utah; Chantel (Gary) Hutchings, Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Duane attended Brigham Young University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and became a Certified Public Accountant. He worked for First Security Bank for a short time. He had his own accounting practice and was also a partner in several other accounting firms. He founded a successful software company which continues to provide financial software and services to municipalities and local governments throughout the United States.

Duane was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints and served in many callings including Bishop and Stake President.

He served as Director of the Spanish Fork Chamber of Commerce, President of the Spanish Fork City Library Board, Secretary of the Utah State Junior Livestock Show, Chairman of the Palmyra District of the Boy Scouts of America, and Vice President of the Utah Society of Certified Public Accountants.

He enjoyed camping with his family, fishing and loved horses. He also loved to read and watch westerns on TV and work with the grandkids on the family farm property.

Duane is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and 9 children, 33 grandchildren and 61 great-grandchildren; his brother Boyd Hanson (Diana) of Navato, California; a sister, Mary Jane Tuttle Seow (Tony) of Orem, Utah and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Mark B. Hanson; two brothers, Stanley Hutchings, and Don Hanson; two sisters Marcia Hutchings and Shirley Daley; and two children, Glen Hutchings and Charmae Thomas.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Walker Funeral Home in Spanish Fork located at 187 South Main Street. A private family viewing and service will be held for Duane on March 5, 2026 at Walker Funeral Home in Spanish Fork. The Viewing will be at 10:00 am with the service to follow at 11:00am. Interment will follow at the Spanish Fork Cemetery.
We wish to express thanks for the support and help of the Canyon Home Care and Hospice, and Home Instead Senior Care.

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Tom Hodgson says

February 11, 2026 at 10:37 pm

To the Hutchings family,
This man was one of my favorite people in the world! A man of honor, integrity and compassion. I have many fond memories of him that I will cherish. Heartfelt condolences to your family.

Brent P Stewart says

February 13, 2026 at 1:13 am

Duane was a great man. I still laugh when I think of the “bear scare” on Boy Scout camping trips in the Uintas. He shaped a lot of young men. I am very proud that he was my uncle. He will truly be missed.

Kathy J Jarvis says

February 13, 2026 at 5:56 am

Mr. Hutchings was someone I admired, he was a friend to all and part of my world while growing up. Condolences to the Hutchings family.

Wade says

March 5, 2026 at 8:30 am

David, I’m sorry I missed your father‘s viewing. My condolences. What a wonderful man and all the things he accomplished in this life.. Pretty amazing. I hope you, your siblings and mother are comforted at this time.

Sue Fraley says

March 6, 2026 at 2:33 am

Dear Family,
i do not adequate words for the loss of Duane. He impacted my life and work life in ways I can’t even describe. All I know is he was the kindest and caring executive I have ever had the pleasure of working for and with. I will treasure the memories of seeing him at work, at events and sharing that smile. He always took the time to shake hands and asking me how I and my family was doing and genuinely cared and you could feel it. He was quite and thoughtful and an example to all at Caselle.

My prayers are with you all, as you adjust to this path you have been asked to walk at his time. But for a short while only, since he is home now and you all will carry his legacy with you in whatever you do. With love to all of you.

Duane Ferris Hutchings June 12, 1935 - February 8, 2026

5 Condolences for Duane Ferris Hutchings