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Dueker, John J. 'Jack'
Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Friday, December 6, 2019, at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Martha Dueker (nee Shocklee) for over 62 years; loving father of Sheila (Rick) Blume, John (Judy) Dueker, Suzie (Greg) Beachem, Joe (Jane) Dueker and Sarah (Brian) Pullin; adoring grandfather of Jennifer, Joseph, Richard, Sarah, Julia, Leo, Matt, Vivian, Abby, Tyler and the late Jack; our dearest brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Jack enlisted in the US Army during the Korean War and served his country with honor. He loved his family, God and country.
Services: Memorial visitation at Seven Holy Founders on Saturday, December 14, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. until Mass time at 11:00 a.m. Jack gifted his body to St. Louis University School of Medicine. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Backstoppers or Wounded Warriors appreciated. Kutis Affton Service.
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Bill McDermott
December 5, 2020
Sixty one years ago on Nov. 28, 1959 St. Louis Univerity defeated the University of Bridgeport, 5-2 in Storrs, CT to win the very first NCAA soccer championship. Little did we know at the time what a legacy that one game would begin to foster but with a team led by Jack Dueker why would anyone doubt that exact possibility. For an entire generation of young players who watched SLU games on a regular basis the name Dueker would always conjure up images of soccer excellence......and it still does. We'll always remember Jack Dueker and always with a smile. The Dueker family can be assured he has a permanent place in our memories.
Dave Martak
December 13, 2019
Joe, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family.
Dave
Bill McDermott
December 12, 2019
My sincere, heartfelt condolences to the Dueker Family on the passing of a true soccer icon here in St. Louis, Jack Dueker. For an entire generation of us as players there is no memory to compare going to Fairgrounds Park to watch St. Louis University and Jack Dueker. Just the name conjures up an image of soccer royalty here in St. Louis. First Traina, then Pelizzaro and now Dueker - that team can play anybody. It's up to us to remember and honor his memory.
Bill McDermott
Pamela Stockglausner
December 12, 2019
Suzie I was so sorry to learn of your Fathers passing. I lost my Dad this past February and it's been the hardest thing I've experienced.
My condolences to you and your family.
Pam Stockglausner(Clinique)
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Cary Stock
December 11, 2019
Hi Martha, I'm so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. My prayers are with you and your family
Matt Schindler
December 11, 2019
My family never had the pleasure of meeting Jack but we know his grandson Tyler through hockey; Tyler scored four goals the night Jack passed, it was a special moment. Based on Tyler's character alone, we know Jack's legacy is strong and we are thankful for his service and contributions to our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
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