Blanche Elizabeth Duke's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2026 in Des Plaines, Illinois

Blanche Elizabeth Duke

February 24, 1939 - August 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Des Plaines, Illinois

Blanche Elizabeth Duke's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2026 in Des Plaines, Illinois

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Blanche Elizabeth Duke

February 24, 1939 - August 15, 2026 (87 years old)

Des Plaines, Illinois

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Blanche Elizabeth Duke Obituary

The family of Blanche Elizabeth Duke (Des Plaines, Illinois) announces her passing on August 15, 2026. Blanche, born on February 24, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Blanche Elizabeth Duke to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wallace Wilton and Jean Wilton. She is survived by: her daughters, Vicki Emrich (Richard) of Hanover, Sherri Brodhurst (Allan Ashwood) of Airdrie, Alberta and Michele Duke (Terry Boyle) of Brampton, Ontario; her grandchildren, Steven, Christopher, Nicole and Amie; her great grandchildren, Riley, Logan, Hudson, Tessa, Archer and Dimitri; her pet Bailey; and her brother John (Brenda) of Mildmay. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews.

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