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Charles Duke Obituary

Charles Stephen Duke

Conyers, Ga formerly of Salt Point, NY - Charles Stephen Duke was born on October 6, 1937 to the late Charles and Willietta Duke of Salt Point, New York. He found Christ at an early age as a member of Central Baptist Church where he was baptized and actively participated in the youth choir. Growing up, Steve was educated in the Dutchess County School District where he graduated from Arlington High School Class of 1956.

After graduation, he worked along with his father in the family sanitation business until he decided to continue his education to study radiology and became a certified radiology technician. He enjoyed his career working as an x-ray technician in the Radiology Department at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie,NY for over 30 years.

In 1967, he married Doris Berry of Queens, New York. To this union in 1969, they were blessed with one daughter, Candice Kenyetta Duke who was the joy of their hearts. Steve was a devoted father who loved the outdoors. He spent many hours exploring the mountains by the way of hiking, biking and swimming. A man of adventure, he had the passion for the art of photography, astrology and racing sports cars. Steve loved to travel abroad to Caribbean countries and always enjoyed jazz concerts.

On the morning of Tuesday, March 19, 2013, God called Charles Stephen Duke from labor to reward. His loving memory will live on in the lives of his beloved daughter, Candice Duke Brown; son-in-law, Erik P. Brown of Conyers, GA; three grandchildren, Drafus D. Brown (Shina) of Columbus, GA, Preston M. Brown currently serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Chevlee' A. Brown of Conyers, GA; two aunts, Ruth Porter of Poughkeepsie, NY, mary Lou Porter of Pleasant Valley, NY; two special cousins, Bill Duke of Los Angeles, CA, Yvonne Duke Hampton of Poughkeepsie, NY and a host of dear cousins and faithful friends.

A Memorial services to celebrate the life of Charles Stephen Duke will be held 12 noon Saturday, April 6, at Rhodes Funeral Homes Chapel 43 Fairview Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.Professional services entrusted to Rhodes Funeral Homes 43 Fairview Avenue Poughkeepsie, NY 12601." Committed To Being The Very Best". call us anytime at 452-2894 or 452-6143

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal on Apr. 4, 2013.
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Stephen was one of our closest friends. He brought a lot of joy to our lives over the past 35 years. He will always be in our hearts...Paula and David Richards

April 7, 2013

Friend, Mentor, calm wind in a storm, that's what Steven Duke was. Hats off to a Life well lived.
amanda beth crowley

amanda beth crowley

April 6, 2013

'Stevie' will be fondly remembered. His booming laugh and contagious smile will be missed. When he called me'my friend' he meant it and I felt honored. my sympathies to all of his family.

claudia north

April 5, 2013

A great teacher and friend.

Larry North

April 5, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Stephen. We worked together for many years in the radiology department Ruth Murray

April 4, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lloyd Waldemar

April 4, 2013

Sorry to hear of my friend steve passing. we worked together for28 yrs at vassar.candy so sorry for your loss

frances parker

April 4, 2013

My sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lorraine Boone-Parker

April 4, 2013

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