Duke, Kenneth Leslie
Birth: Monday, December 29, 1941
Residence: St. Leonard, MD Death: Sunday, February 06, 2022 at the age of 80 Condolences: Click to View or Post |
It is with extreme sadness to announce the passing of Kenneth (Ken) Leslie Duke, 80, on February 6, 2022. He was born December 29, 1941, in Norfolk, VA to Marjorie and Clarence Duke. Ken graduated from Norview High School, Norfolk, VA in 1961. Ken was active in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from June 1957 through November 1970.
Ken and wife, Jane, have been together for over 20 years residing in St. Leonard, MD. Ken is survived by children, Christine Tilley, Alison Rayes and Heather Snowa, and Matthew and Erica Gminski. Ken owned his own business. The proud owner of a company in the marketing and sales of hardware to a prominent home improvement retailer for many years. After retiring, Ken loved being outdoors working in the yard (especially while operating his tractor), throwing the ball for his rescue Sheppard, Missy", having snacks out on the boat or preparing everyone's favorite smoked tenderloin or homemade "gravy". Those that knew him, knew he had a big heart. He will be deeply missed. Visitation Saturday, March 5, 2022 10-12 Noon Rausch Funeral Home-Port Republic 4405 Broomes Island Road Port Republic, MD 20676 Contributions Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation 2361 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island, NY 10306 Link: https://tunnel2towers.org/ |