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Barry Dukes Obituary
Dukes, Barry Allen, of Fond du Lac, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at the age of 77, at Maple Meadows (formerly Brookdale).
Beloved husband of Judith (Best) Dukes; loving father of Jeffrey (Helena) Dukes of Jackson, Wisconsin and Amy (Anthony) Clark of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin; proud grandfather of Evan, Austin, and Logan Clark and Chase Dukes.
He is further survived by a brother, Gary (Frieda) Dukes of Benton, Kentucky; and many wonderful friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Blanche Dukes.
Barry was born on September 24, 1939, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, graduated from Kansas State University in 1961. He served with the United States Air Force, stationed in San Bernardino, California for four years, where he met his wife, Judy. They were married on August 15, 1964, in Milwaukee.
His career in banking led him to President of the American Institute of Banking and also President of the Chamber of Commerce in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.
The family is having a private burial service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.
Kurki-Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family, www.kurkimachfuneralchapel.com. 920-921-4420
Many thanks to all his caregivers at Brookdale and Generations Hospice Care.
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Charlotte Kuehn
July 13, 2017
Judy I am so sorry for the loss of Barry. He was a great man. When you are ready see me
Kathie Luther
July 12, 2017
Judy,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy McGowan Krug
July 12, 2017
Our condolences to all of you. I have fond memories of Mr. Dukes trying to scare us outside the window while we were inside watching Friday the 13th movies. Wonderful man. He always made me feel welcome. So sorry you are grieving. Such a kind family. XO
Judy Huck
July 12, 2017
You have my deepest sympathy. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
Big Bear Camp
Terry Myers
July 11, 2017
Kentucky Lake
Terry Myers
July 11, 2017
At Blanch and Allens with Myers family
Terry Myers
July 11, 2017
Sharon Deer
July 11, 2017
So sorry to hear about Barry. Many wonderful memories of him while he was in Fond du Lac at the bank. My sincere condolences to your and your family Judy.
Boating on Kentucty Lake
Terry Myers
July 11, 2017
July 11, 2017
My sincere condolences to the the family may you find comfort in the God of all comfort.
July 11, 2017
My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4
JD
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