Helen Dukes

Helen Dukes obituary, Glenolden, PA

Helen Dukes

Helen Dukes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McCausland Garrity Marchesani Funeral Home & Crematory on Dec. 8, 2025.
Helen Margaret Dukes "Margaret" age 88 a longtime resident of Collingdale passed away on December 7, 2025 at home surrounded by her family.
A devoted homemaker, Margaret opened her home to family members needing a place to stay; her home was filled with warmth and love. She was a longtime parishioner of St Joseph's Church; she had a strong belief in the Rosary which she said daily.
Margaret enjoyed crocheting, knitting, reading and gardening.
She is predeceased by her husband Robert A. Dukes, son John Dukes, grandson Michael April, siblings Kathleen Eisenberg, Ruth Ricco and Eileen Grumbine and her parents John and Helen Craig.
Survivors: Loving mother of Robert A. Jr., Steve (Donna), Floyd, Cookie April, Joe, Joan (Tom) Kelly and Mother in law of Janet Dukes, cherished Granny of 16, Great Granny of 27 and great great granny of 3, dear sister of Virginia Eggleston.
Funeral Mass: 11AM on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at St Joseph Church, 500 Woodlawn Ave Collingdale PA 19023
Viewing: 9-10:45am in the church.
Burial: Private
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