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Billionaire Inventor Duane Roberts Passes Away at 88

11/2/2025

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Duane Roberts, a billionaire inventor, died peacefully at age 88, just days before his 89th birthday.
Kelly J. Roberts confirmed he was surrounded by family and their three dogs.
Duane Roberts served in the U.S. military.
In 1956, Roberts transformed the food industry after inventing the frozen burrito.
Roberts supported philanthropic efforts in animal welfare, education, veterans, and the arts, leaving a lasting legacy in his community.

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Duane Roberts, a billionaire inventor, died peacefully at age 88, just days before his 89th birthday.
Kelly J. Roberts confirmed he was surrounded by family and their three dogs.
Duane Roberts served in the U.S. military.
In 1956, Roberts transformed the food industry after inventing the frozen burrito.
Roberts supported philanthropic efforts in animal welfare, education, veterans, and the arts, leaving a lasting legacy in his community.