Perry Duke

Message from Tnisha boysworth

To Sheila. And family. Sorry about your loss mr. Duke was a great teacher and a great friend he will be dearly missed and Sheila if you need anything or anyone to talk to you can call me at 7 04 438 5128 because I kind of know what you're going through I lost my dad February of 2015 so if you need anything or just to talk call me thinking of you and your family and praying for y'all tnisha boys worth

A candle was lit by Tnisha boysworth on May 24, 2017 12:28 PM

A candle was lit by Leslie & Cecile Hamilton on May 21, 2017 2:10 PM

Message from Mr & Mrs Edwards

Condolence: Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. This is one of the most difficult things we must face in this life. May it comfort you to know that others are deeply touched by your loss. But the bible assures us at Psalms 34:18 that God is near to those broken in heart and those crushed in spirit he saves. He also promises that we will be able to see our loved ones again. Jesus own words found at John 5:28,29 tells us there will be a resurrection. What a wonderful hope! He also promises that soon on the earth there will be no more pain, suffering and especially death. Revelation 21:3-5 We anxiously await the day when we will no longer lose those we love. May these bible thoughts bring you comfort at this most difficult time

A candle was lit by Darrell and Pat Capel on May 9, 2017 11:26 PM

A candle was lit by Courtney Beck on April 30, 2017 1:41 PM

A candle was lit by Courtney Beck on April 30, 2017 1:38 PM

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Just heard about Mr. Duke's passing. He was a good man. One of my favorite teachers from way back when. I will never forget sitting in his Social Studies class and being eager to learn more. He made class fun and interesting. My prayers are with the family, close friends and students. May God be with you all during this hard time.

Message from K

I am so very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in God's sure promise of a resurrection as set forth in the Bible. ( Acts 24:15; John 5:28,29) Those who are raised to life will have the prospect of never again being subject to misery, sickness, or death. (Revelation 21:4) I hope that reflecting on these thoughts will give you some relief during this difficult time.

Message from Ronnie Mesimer

My deepest condolences to Jeanette and the family. . I remember us kids playing ball together at Grandma's on Sunday afternoons. Even way back then it was apparent Perry was a solid Christian. Even though we didn't keep up with one another in later life, I know his faith never left him.

Message from David and Sarah Fisher

Our deepest condolences and prayers to the family.

Message from Steve Bradley

Duke Family,

I am sorry for your loss and wanted to say that our family has you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

Steve

A candle was lit by Steve Bradley on April 25, 2017 10:25 AM

A candle was lit by Keith & Donna Morgan on April 24, 2017 9:39 PM

A candle was lit by Jeff Eddins on April 24, 2017 3:49 PM

Message from Mitchell Watkins

I am so sorry for your loss. You all are definitely in my Prayers.

A candle was lit by Your Vortex Church Small Group on April 24, 2017 2:49 PM

A candle was lit by Vaughn & Sharon Rummage on April 24, 2017 2:44 PM

Message from AnnThompson

Sheila , we are so sadden by Perry's passing. May God put His arms around you and your family at this time and give you peace and comfort. Love you. Gary & Ann Thompson

A candle was lit by Gary & Ann Thompson on April 24, 2017 1:02 PM

Message from Joy Harris Haywood

I was going to light a candle for you my dear Mill Hill Friend, but the life you lived shone brighter than any candle could! I will miss you but I know that God has special plans for you. Ms. Jeanette, I am so very sorry for you loss but you can be proud of the fact that you had a good, christian son in Perry. He touched many lives and planted many seeds as he went. I love you and will keep you and Perry's family in my prayers.

A candle was lit by Cathy and Cameron Faulkner on April 24, 2017 9:59 AM

Message from Terry and Patricia Harris

A special childhood friend from the mill hill of Norwood. We played together and prayed together at The
Nazerene Church. We played ball together and traveled to the games in
the old 1963 Chevy wagon.We still stayed in touch as adults and were always Brothers in Christ. He will always be remembered as a true friend by my family and me. Rest in peace my friend until that great day when we will all be reunited in Heaven.

A candle was lit by Terry and Patricia Harris on April 24, 2017 8:24 AM

Message from Tom Mabry, Roanoke, VA

During my primary and secondary education at Norwood Elementary and South Stanly Jr. and Sr. high no one individual made more of a impact on my life than Perry Duke. As a teacher in the 7th grade or as a coach in football he taught me how to be a TOTAL person.... effort, perseverance, encouragement, selflessness, FAITH..... While I never saw Mr. Duke more than a dozen times since my Graduation from South in 1983 he was always the same. I just want the family to know that other than my parents and siblings that no other person has had more of a impact on how to behave as a Southern Gentleman than Perry Duke. He now knows what a impact he had on so many others! Well Done Mr. Duke!

A candle was lit by Mike and Holly Harris Litaker on April 23, 2017 9:22 PM

Message from Phyllis Kimrey-Dunn

My prayers are with this great family! Perry was a great human being, and i know he's talking to his Dad right now.

A candle was lit by PHYLLIS BLALOCK DUNN, RODNEY BLALOCK, KIRBY BLALOCK, on April 23, 2017 8:54 PM

Message from Julie Mabry Hunt

Mr. Duke was my all-time favorite teacher at South Stanly High. He still talked to me every time he saw me , from the 80's until just a couple of weeks ago. Such a great man! Prayers for your family! He will be greatly missed!

A candle was lit by Kent & Renae Bowers on April 23, 2017 8:03 PM

A candle was lit by Judy Morgan Elting on April 23, 2017 6:32 PM

Message from Judy Morgan Elting

I have know Perry for as long as I can remember. We went to the Nazarene Church in Norwood and went to school together. He was a good person and a faithful son to Son and Jeanette.

A candle was lit by Mike Huneycutt on April 23, 2017 4:53 PM

A candle was lit by Chris and Amanda Rummage on April 23, 2017 4:29 PM

A candle was lit by Joan Poplin Roberts on April 23, 2017 4:27 PM

Message from Melanie Bunn Coley

I am so sorry to hear of Perry's passing. He was a fun person to know and shared his Christian values all the years I knew him. He was a fine example of the kind of person we should all strive to be. May God bless his family during this sad time.

A candle was lit by Samantha Allen-Bowden on April 23, 2017 3:54 PM

A candle was lit by Tim Shue on April 23, 2017 2:14 PM

Message from George and Doris Reynolds

We knew Perry as a student and fellow teacher since 1968. All we can say is that we have all lost a true friend and Christain example who let his light shine for all to see. Well done, Perry !

A candle was lit by George and Doris Reynolds on April 23, 2017 1:57 PM

A candle was lit by Edgar Lee on April 23, 2017 1:39 PM

Message from Cletus Surratt

To the family of Perry Duke. My sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. Perry and I have been friends since we were children. We spent a lot of time together . We were classmates , played ball together , went to the same church when we were growing up, and shared many other things together. He has always been a Christian person and loved the Lord and will be missed by many. I am so proud to have known Perry Duke and his family. I will always cherish his friendship. He will missed by many. May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.

A candle was lit by Amy Carpenter Burris on April 23, 2017 11:04 AM

A candle was lit by Teresa COLEY Stephenson on April 23, 2017 10:51 AM

A candle was lit by Sylvia Lisk on April 23, 2017 10:30 AM

Message from Michael & Tammy Burris

Please find comfort in the knowledge that Perry is at Home with the Father now. I know that he was a strong Christian who trusted in the Lord. I could tell that when I was a student a SSHS and he was a teacher and coach. I could also see it in his two sons Jacob and Jesse. I will be praying for each of you.

A candle was lit by Michael & Tammy Burris on April 23, 2017 9:56 AM

A candle was lit by Loy & Sherry Ingold on April 23, 2017 9:46 AM

Message from Miller Family

We are deeply saddened by Perry's passing. A part of us is also gone. God bless Perry and his family.

Message from Virran Crump

Perry was a very special man who inspired many. When I played football and baseball at South with him, he was my mentor and friend. My sincere sympathy goes out to the family in the loss of a loved one. Our loss is heaven's gain. My prayers are with the family wishing you comfort in the days ahead. God bless you all.

A candle was lit by Virran Crump on April 23, 2017 7:12 AM

A candle was lit by Karen Baumer and family on April 22, 2017 10:52 PM

Message from Walter Moore

Heaven gained a special Angel when Perry went to to see Jesus. He was a kind and thoughtful person and would do anything for you.He will be missed by a lot of people. Prayers for the family.

A candle was lit by Walter Moore on April 22, 2017 10:36 PM

A candle was lit by Shannon and Jason Carr on April 22, 2017 10:27 PM

A candle was lit by Terry and Lisa Davis on April 22, 2017 10:08 PM

A candle was lit by Sharlyn Lowder on April 22, 2017 10:00 PM

Message from Danny & Martha Mabry

"Well done good and faithful servant!" We've been blessed by your friendship through the years. Danny will miss going to all the football games with his buddy, Perry. Much love to Sheila, Jacob, Jesse, & Jeanette as you travel through this valley.

Message from Mt. Gilead, NC

God has gained another angel. We will miss you dear friend. May your family find comfort in knowing what a blessing you were in your life to everyone you came in contact with. May you alson have a peace knowing he was a very good person. I will miss him but I know we shall meet again.

A candle was lit by Steve & Priscilla Simpson on April 22, 2017 9:39 PM

A candle was lit by Pam smith Lambert on April 22, 2017 9:34 PM

A candle was lit by Bert and Angie Carpenter on April 22, 2017 9:26 PM

A candle was lit by Shelia Phillips on April 22, 2017 9:18 PM

A candle was lit by Cindy B. Almond on April 22, 2017 9:10 PM

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I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.

A candle was lit by Cheryl Burleson 107 on April 22, 2017 8:53 PM

A candle was lit by Keith and Pam Brewer on April 22, 2017 8:29 PM

A candle was lit by Robert and Peggy Russell on April 22, 2017 8:22 PM

A candle was lit by Steve and Gail Culp on April 22, 2017 8:04 PM

A candle was lit by Joe and Susan Hinson on April 22, 2017 7:23 PM

A candle was lit by Joe Ritchie on April 22, 2017 5:49 PM

A candle was lit by Patricia Mabry on April 22, 2017 4:34 PM

A candle was lit by Tony, Lynn, and Tommy Morris on April 22, 2017 12:16 PM

Message from Tony Morris

Prayers for the family. My Dear Mill Hill friend will be missed!!!!!

Message from Mary Boyd Miller

Dear Family,
I extend my heartfelt Sympathy to each of you! Perry was a classmate of mine! A lifelong friend for sure! He is resting in the Lord's arms without doubt! Always such a fine fella with great Christian values that he shared so lovingly! My prayers are with each of you for Comfort and Peace in the days ahead! God Bless You!!!

A candle was lit by John and Mary Boyd Miller on April 22, 2017 10:19 AM