Gerald Duke Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gerald Duke of Bessemer, Alabama, whose life came to an end on May 12, 2026 at the age of 67, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Gerald Duke or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Gerald may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his father John A. Duke. He is survived by: his brother William R. Duke. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, May 15th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Patterson-Forest Grove Funeral Home (1498 5th Ave, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127). A graveside service was held on Friday, May 15th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Forest Grove Memorial Gardens (1498 5th Ave, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127).