John R Duke's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Brentwood, Tennessee

John R Duke

April 28, 1939 - February 16, 2026 (86 years old)

Brentwood, Tennessee

John R Duke's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Brentwood, Tennessee

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Radney-Smith Funeral Home

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John R Duke

April 28, 1939 - February 16, 2026 (86 years old)

Brentwood, Tennessee

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John R Duke Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John R Duke of Brentwood, Tennessee, born in Weogufka, Alabama, whose life came to an end on February 16, 2026 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John R Duke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kermit Lenzy Duke and Mary Lyle Duke; his wife Tama Jeanne Jones; and his brothers, Frank "Buster" Duke and David Duke.

He is survived by: his sons, Michael Robert Duke (Devvie) and Steven Dwyane Duke (Crystal); his siblings, Harvey Duke (Rose), Ann (Bill Harper) and Lester Duke (Karen); and his brothers-in-law, Mike Jones (Terry) and Danny Jones (Jane) of Aiken, SC.. He is also survived by six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, nmcrs.org. (http://nmcrs.org.).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Radney-Smith Funeral Home



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