John Duke Obituary
We bid farewell to John Duke (Heber Springs, Arkansas), born in Akron, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 22, 2025 at the age of 87. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Duke to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping John's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Duke and Ester Louise Lynch; his wife Marilea Fletcher Duke; his daughter Wendy Hale; and his son-in-law James "Jim" Litz.
He is survived by: his daughter Jodie Litz of Ohio; and his stepchildren, Peggy Wheeler Estrada (Marty) of Mountain View, Arkansas, Steven Wheeler (Angela) of Paducah, Kentucky and Michael R. Wheeler (Cindy) of Heber Springs, Arkansas. He is also survived by 10 Grandchildren; 26 Great-grandchildren, and many other family members, and friends.
