RICHARD E. "DUKE" DUKESHIRE

My former coach at Salve Regina. The toughest but nicest coach you could ever have. A wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to play and learn from. He built a program at Salve and did so much for his players. He drilled us for hours upon hours and I loved every minute of it. He made you compete and got the most out of his players. I will truly miss him. He wasn't only a coach to me he was a mentor and the kind of person who wanted his players to succeed. I played two years for him and they were...

Coach recruited me in Athens and I played for him at Hellenic College (1983-1985.) R.I.P. Coach.

Kim,
I am sorry for your loss.
I will keep you and Curt in my thoughts.

Uncle Duke was a celebrity to me. He was bigger than life and it was always special to have him at family gatherings. I thank him for his example as a man and his encouragement. Uncle Duke had a very positive impact on my life. Will miss talking with him. Nephew, Jim Roberts

Played football for Duke @ NU in the late 50's. He was a special man and superb coach. He made sure I played my best through his knowledge of how the game is to played, Duke he was a wonderful role model when I needed one..Bless Duke and his family!

Charlie Fowler, Windham, NH

R.I.P. dear Duke

Duke was larger than life.All of us who ever went to a game with him will always remember him fondly.

Hi I remember Mr.Dukeshire from High School, Kims dad was always the cool one to be around. I very saddened by the loss and wish his family well
Evie Harrington