Ladore Duke Leone Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ladore Duke Leone (Shreveport, Louisiana), who passed away on May 13, 2025, at the age of 90, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Ladore Duke leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though Ladore Duke may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alva Ladore Leone and Willie Duke-Smith (Billie); his sister Francis Kay McGee; and his brother-in-law Louis McGee. He is survived by: his daughter Brenda Leone Holland (David); his grandson Dylan Hammett; his son Richard C. Leone; and his grandson Ryan Hammett.
The military honors will be held on Monday, June 30th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery (7970 Mike Clark Rd, Keithville, LA 71047).
