Wayne-Duke-Obituary

Wayne Duke

Nov 9, 1928 – Mar 29, 2017 (Age 88)

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BORN
November 9, 1928
DIED
March 29, 2017
AGE
88

Obituary

Wayne Duke, the collegiate sports executive who worked to expand the NCAA basketball tournament during his 18-year tenure as commissioner of the Big Ten, died Wednesday, March 29, 2017, according to multiple news sources. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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Martha, Dan and Sarah, my heart is with you all. Dad respected him so much, and I will never forget Wayne's kindness and his interest in all of us Holmes kids. We all celebrate a life well-lived, as we also grieve his loss.

So sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many individuals who truly care about you. May the God who supplies endurance and comfort grant you peace. (Psalms 94:19)

Martha and Family: We are so saddened by your loss. We--like everyone who knew him--considered Wayne a very special person.
Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely, Rich and Jeani Jernstedt

May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Duke family and friends at this difficult time.

Martha, Dan and Sarah, I send condolences on your loss. I remember the good times--especially the years we were together.

I am very sorry for your loss.We express our warm love and deepest sympathy for you and your family.I am sure that you will find much comfort from the bible at 2Cofinthians 1:3-5.