George Duke Jr.

George Duke Jr.

George Duke Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Oct. 9, 2010.
DUKE, George Kendall Jr., 64, of Goochland, Va., passed away suddenly on October 8, 2010. He leaves behind the love of his life, his wife of 40 years, Linda; daughter, Karen Duke; and son, George Kendall "Ken" Duke III and his wife, Crystal; and one granddaughter, Kristin Melton. He also leaves behind one sister, Brenda Duke Parrish. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Kendall Duke and Mary Parrish Duke. Remains rest at Norman Funeral Home, Goochland, Va., where family will receive friends on Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. Services will be held on Sunday, October 10, 2010 Perkins Baptist Church at 3 p.m. Interment church cemetery.


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October 16, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

October 13, 2010

Linda, Karen and Ken,

Words can't begin to express my sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Peggy Barret Peterson, Reno, NV

Nuck & Debbie & Colton Sullivan

October 12, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jo Ann Smotrys

October 11, 2010

Linda and Family,
My condolences to all. The Service, a Testimony of shared Love. Everyone's, especially Buddy's Words and emotions will forever echo in my heart. Linda, your 'Words' so beautiful...

AL & PRISCILLA BRUCE

October 11, 2010

LINDA AND FAMILY,
OUT THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

Nancy Grady & Boys

October 10, 2010

Linda & Family
I hope the memories & God's present will help you all though this most difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers will be with you!

Jewell Jones

October 10, 2010

He lives on through each of you. We love you all and are here for you. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Jewell, George and Mackenzie

Scott Johnson

October 9, 2010

Please accept my sincere expression of sympathy on the loss of Kendall.

Carol Ellis

October 9, 2010

Dear Linda and family, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers during this difficult time. God bless you and your family. Carol Ellis

Cindy Sochat

October 9, 2010

Linda, Karen & Ken,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May all your memories keep him alive and with you.

Love,
Cindy & Matthew ox

Sherry Grady

October 9, 2010

Linda, Karen & Ken, I am so sorry to hear of Kendall's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Remember the happy times to give you comfort during these challenging days.

Amy Clark

October 9, 2010

My prayers are with you Linda, Karen and Ken. We love you all!

Wayne Martin

October 9, 2010

Linda and family
I am thinking about you and will keep you in my prayers.

Nancy Salmon Denby

October 9, 2010

Linda and Family,
Brenda and Family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Kendall's passing. May your wonderful memories enfold and comfort each of you in God's love.
Sincerely,

October 9, 2010

Linda & Family,

May the memory of Kendall and all that he meant to you bring you strength and comfort at this time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

With Love,

Bonnie O'Brien and Family

Lynetta Parrish

October 9, 2010

My condolences to the family, remembering God will strengthen you and help you with his righteous right hand seek his comfort.

Sandra Pleasants

October 9, 2010

So sorry to hear of Kendal's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May remembering the good times bring
you comfort in the days to come.

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