William "Duke" Paden Jr.
William "Duke" Paden Jr.
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Born in Greenville, SC, and raised in the North Country of NY, Duke was an outstanding athlete who played football at Mineville High School. Following graduation, he honorably served in the United States Navy and the United States Air Force. He valued education and earned an associate degree in Criminal Justice from Dutchess Community College.
Duke met the love of his life, Anne Marie Rice, in 1970, and together they built a home in Hyde Park where they raised their three children. He worked at Western Printing and later spent more than 25 years at IBM where he worked countless hours of overtime, always driven by his desire to care for his family.
He loved riding his Harley, studying Civil War history, cheering for the Dallas Cowboys, and staying active. He volunteered at St. Peter's School, coached basketball, and later helped care for a local slave burial ground. He also cherished visits to his childhood home in Witherbee, NY.
Duke is predeceased by his parents, Annie Mae and William Paden; siblings Sadie Mae, Geraldine, Alice, Ralph, and Clyde; and nephews Ralph Paden Jr. and Jeffrey Wood.
He is survived by his sister Joan Paden Lee of Rochester; his wife Anne Paden; his children Mark Morgan, William "Duke" Paden III, Justin Paden, and Jessica Paden; and his cherished grandsons Brandyn, Jayden, and Jayon. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held in March 2026, with details to be announced.
The family thanks Hudson Valley Hospice Nurses Chris, Donna, and Keesha, and private aides Monique and Amelia, for their exceptional care.
Donations may be made to Hudson Valley Hospice, the Dutchess County SPCA, or the Alzheimer's Association.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Hyde Park. Online condolences: www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.
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