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Maria Dominguez
November 12, 2014
"Uncle Duke" Thank for being my father's best friend. You always came and visited with us at least once a week when we were kids and always had an envelope or present for us every Christmas. You were a wonderful man and like an uncle to us. We will miss you so much, but I believe you are in heaven with all your family and friends. You certianly earned your wings here on earth. I will and my family too always miss you. Bless you dear friend...Maria Dominguez
Dara Dungworth
November 5, 2014
I had the privilege and honor of becoming acquainted with Mr. Davis through Dry Creek Conservancy. My children and I will enjoy the park in our neighborhood named in his honor for many years to come and remember him fondly. Mr. Davis' contributions to Roseville and the surrounding communities will stand unmatched.
October 25, 2014
It is fortunate for all of us that Duke had the artistic interest, talent, and passion to memorialize Roseville's coming of age through his writings. What he taught me has been very helpful in laying the foundation for the book I am writing about Roseville's political history during the years from 1983 to 2005 - a time when change brought maturity to our community. I am very grateful, Duke. Thank you for everything! Bill Boudier
Libbie Martin
October 24, 2014
I learned how to be a great historian from Duke. My biggest regret is leaving Roseville without collaborating with him on a history. The world will be a much emptier and lest storied place without him.
Shona (Dains) John
October 23, 2014
Duke was the most amazing and intelligent men that I had ever met. Im so glad that we got to celebrate your birthday this past June together. Duke was a very dear lifelong friend to my parents..Hank and Bessi Dains. I know Duke you are up in heaven with my dad planning your next venture together. Roseville has lost a great man. You will truly be missed but never forgotten. Thanks for so many memories and all of the books you have given to me. I will treasure them always. Rest in peace my friend.
October 21, 2014
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one.May loving words comfort your family at this time of sorrow. (Isaiah 57:15)
Gail Owens-Cannon
October 21, 2014
I always referred to Duke as my "step-dad person." We appreciate the companionship, kindness, humor and compassion that he provided for my mom and our entire family over these past several decades. We will miss him so much. I will even miss his frequent jokes about living in Texas!
Love you, Duke.
Gail
Gail Cannon
October 21, 2014
We could have spent hours with Duke talking about the local history and the various significant events over the past 150 years that happened in and around Roseville. The sparkle in his eyes when he shared his thoughts and excitement of the history in his own neck of the woods will live in our hearts forever. Sleep on our friend. We had you for almost 80 years; HE has you for eternity. Gail Cannon and Bill Justice
Kelley Kubitz
October 20, 2014
I was Leonard's letter carrier for 6 years a few years ago and he was such a kind gentleman and even gave me a signed copy of his latest book of which I will always cherish! My condolences to the family.
October 20, 2014
I have known "duke" since I was about 4 or 5years old. He was a very good and close friend of my older brother. He always called me by my nick name that my brothers friends always called me. He was kind, and a wonderful man. He will be missed. Love you Duke
October 20, 2014
Duke was such a nice man...a true gentleman...and very intelligent and always so knowledgeable on our local history. I knew him primarily from attending the Roseville High Alumni Association meetings in the early years and later worked with him on Roseville High School's R.O.S.E. Committee. I feel very fortunate to have known him and will treasure the special memories of the visits and conversations with him during the last few years.
Sincerely, Judy Pugliese Aguilar, Rocklin, California
Sadie
October 19, 2014
Duke was a wonderful person and a good friend RIP.
McGrew
October 17, 2014
My condolences to the family.
Raymond & Cynthia Greth
October 17, 2014
Until we meet again Uncle Duke. You will always be in our hearts and we love you dearly.
Clarke Owens
October 17, 2014
Duke was an intelligent, cheerful, and generous friend to my family for many years and will be greatly missed. RIP, friend.
Laura Kneppel
October 17, 2014
I had the honor of doing some illustrations for several of Mr. Davis' publications back in the 1970's. I really enjoyed reading them as I worked and he was such a nice man who really wanted to make sure the history of this area wasn't forgotten.
Norma (Shook) Ellis
October 16, 2014
Mr. Davis was one of my favorite teachers at Del Paso Jr. High. He used to tease me sometimes and I think he worried that my feelings were hurt, so he told me one day that if he didn't like me he wouldn't tease me. He was such a big man that if the boys acted up in class, he would pick their chair up (with them in it) and carry them out to the hallway to let them think about it for awhile. He was a great teacher.
Kathie Newell Gutierrez
October 16, 2014
He was my very favorite teacher at Del Paso Jr. High School, Grant Union High School, and again, many years later, at American River College. The first to spark my interest in history, I'm now a genealogist and family historian. I also have almost all the books and pamphlets he wrote. I know he'll be missed by many, and I will never forget him. May he rest in peace.
Hoyt Fong
October 16, 2014
Duke, You will be missed greatly. We still remember your passion at CRC. I also enjoyed seeing you at Clarke and Mary Dominguez's home on a regular basis. You are in heaven with the angels.
Krystel G
October 15, 2014
My condolences for your loss may God bring you peace during this hard time.
Numbers 6:26
Terry Kociemba
October 15, 2014
Your spirit is free to travel throughout history and beyond.
Christina Richter
October 15, 2014
We have lost a great treasure. I remember meeting Duke for the first time and feeling that I was in the presence of one of the greatest keepers of history that I had ever met. We at the Roseville Historical Society have missed him so very much, both professionally and personally. Thank you Duke, for all you did for Roseville and for keeping our history alive. We are eternally grateful.
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