Joyce Duke Obituary
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Survivors include sisters, Linda Duke Leavell, Willa Duke Riggs, Betty Duke (H. Felix) Ross; brothers Willie Duke Jr. and Charles (Marcia) Duke Epps, Leonard Epps and a host of great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces, great-great nephews, lifelong friend Jewel Morton and special sorority sisters, Judy Rush, Joyce Nelson, Toya Harvey and Betty Hood.
Homegoing Service-Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at New Birth Church of Christ, 1690 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, Kentucky. Visitation 11:00 am ant the Funeral Service to follow at 12:00 noon. Arrangements by Fender Funeral Directors at 1593 Russell Cave Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40505. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Lambda Tau Omega Chapter Scholarship fund to be established in her name.
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Alphonso Williams
August 2, 2025
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Sis. Joyce Duke. I didn't know her well, but we did have a conversation 30 years ago and I discovered she was quite personable. God bless her memory and may He provide comfort to the family as only He can!
Rose Butler-Hayes
July 23, 2025
I will always remember your beloved sister and my soror, Joyce Duke, for the amazing person she was. Her memory will live on through all the lives she touched in Chicago´s Southland communities and in our sorority. May God comfort her family during this difficult time.
Dawn Gaye
July 22, 2025
Gay family hearts are saddening. Joyce and the Duke family was very very very close an special to us all, especially my mom
Janice Jackson
July 22, 2025
My deepest condolences and sympathy to the Duke Family. You´re love by the Jackson´s.Peace be with you. Psalms 23
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