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William Duke Obituary
LANCASTER - Dr. William W. Duke, 74, of Lancaster passed away Sat., Aug. 14, 2010, at his home.
He was born Oct. 3, 1935, in Charlotte, N.C., a son of the late Charles Moss Duke and Willie Catherine Waters Duke. Dr. Duke's family moved often during his youth, settling in Lancaster in 1945. A graduate of Lancaster High School, Dr. Duke received his B.S. Degree from Davidson College and was a 1961 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. His post graduate training was at the University of North Carolina and the University of Alabama following medical school. He practiced medicine for almost 40 years. He was a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), and was a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG). Dr. Duke was a founding member of Covenant Baptist Church of Lancaster and was a member of the Lancaster Gideon Camp and the Lancaster Rotary Club.
A service to celebrate the life of Dr. Duke will be held at 2 p.m. Tues., Aug. 17, 2010, at Covenant Baptist Church, with the Rev. Dr. Hubert H. Welch officiating.
Dr. Duke is survived by his wife, Georgianna Beckham Duke; three sons, Jonathan Waters Duke and his wife, Beverly, of Lancaster, William Derrick Duke and his wife, Valrie, and Charles Wessinger Duke and his wife, Elizabeth, all of Atlanta; a daughter, Georgianna Scott and her husband, Philip, of Lancaster; ten grandchildren, Paige Duke, Meg Duke, Katie Duke, Emily Duke, Dallas Duke, Wilson Scott, Anna Scott, Gracie Scott, James Wessinger Duke and William Alexander Duke; a great-grandchild, Railee Brown; a brother, Charles M. Duke and his wife, Dotty, of New Braunfels, Texas; and a sister, Elizabeth D. Jones and her husband, Chris, of Greensboro.
The family will receive friends at the church family life center following the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lancaster Gideon Memorial Bible Fund, P.O. Box 1302, Lancaster, SC 29721.
Notes to the family may be made at www.lancasterfuneralhome.com.
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Dr. Duke.
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for William Duke
August 26, 2010
Dr Duke was a wonderful help to us on a number of occasions as we had to work through some mysterious symptoms, with some being from our time living overseas as missionaries. He found answers when others couldn't. We are profoundly grateful for his help and kindness to us. Vic and Val Hess (JAARS)
Leslie Highfill
August 17, 2010
Dear Ann and family,
My heart and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. I can still picture your father (and mother) sitting in the stands during swim practice. He was a kind and gentle man who was so very proud of your exceptional swimming abilities. I always admired the sincere love and support within your family. May the love of God bring silver linings to your clouds soon and know that you are never alone during this most difficult time. Sincerely, Leslie Highfill
Ed Shepard
August 17, 2010
Condolences to the family and friends of Dr.Duke. He treated my daughter for many years and I am grateful for all he did for her. He will be missed by many friends, family and former patients. He was a hero to many people and to me. God Bless all those who will miss him as I will, especially , family and friends.....He will be missed by all in Lancaster County... I will pray for all of you to know the peace than only God can provide during times like this......Ed Shepard and Family....eps
Tim Boling
August 16, 2010
I am saddened at the loss of a true southern gentleman, father and grandfather to a family I truly cherish, John, Beverly, Paige, Meg and Katie Duke. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks to come. May God grant his His blessings, peace and comfort.....
david baker
August 16, 2010
"Doc Bill" was my Mom's doctor for many years and a personal friend of mine.He was always a great encourager to me when we both went to the USCL indoor track years ago.He was a great man who lived his life well.He will be missed.
Lahoma Cornelius
August 16, 2010
Dear Mrs Duke we are so sorry for your loss Dr Duke was a very nice man whom I am glad I got the chance to know him. May God bless you and your family.
The Cornelius' Family on Bethel Boat Landing Rd.
JIMMY WINN
August 16, 2010
DEAR BETSY,
I AM DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF DR. BILL'S PASSING. HE, AS ALL OF CHARLIE AND WILLIE'S CHILDREN, WAS AS GOOD AS THEY COME. GOD BLESS YOU.
YOUR FRIEND FROM LONG AGO,
JIMMY WINN
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