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Hazel N. Dukes
1932 - 2025
Hazel N. Dukes
1932 - 2025
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BORN
1932
DIED
2025
Hazel Dukes Obituary
Hazel N. Dukes was a longtime New York-based civil rights activist who once served as president of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
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(Photo: Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
8 Entries
Harold Sims
April 28, 2025
She will be remembered for her service and dedication to helping others. RIP Hazel.
Mr.Jr.
March 14, 2025
My Condolences.
RR
March 10, 2025
A staunch civil rights activist, a shining example of hard work and dedication in fighting for the rights of others. Prayers and condolences to the Dukes family, so very sorry for your loss.
Jodie Mosley
March 8, 2025
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ER
March 8, 2025
Condolences to Hazel´s family and friends during this time of grief and sorrow. May Almighty God comfort you all.
RB
March 5, 2025
Such a dedicated activist and advocate. She worked tirelessly for decades, even serving as NAACP president in New York. Her hard work proved invaluable and helped so many throughout the years. Heartfelt condolences to the Dukes family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you to help you through your time of loss.
Mary M
March 4, 2025
Sincere condolences to Ms. Duke´s loved ones.
faith c.tobin/brad j/herscot
March 3, 2025
Dear Dukes Family my condolences's to the family.she'll surely be missed very much and may she rest in peace.best faith
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