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Robert "Bob" Charles Duke
February 2, 1947 - March 8, 2018
Robert "Bob" Charles Duke, age 71, died on March 8, 2018 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He fought a courageous battle from a rare brain disease.
He was born on February 2, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan to Marvin and Helen (Copeland) Duke.
Bob worked in sales and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.
He loved cars, traveling, his family, and his Lord.
Bob is survived by his wife, Janet Duke; son, Lonn Duke; two daughters, Marnie (Mike) DeYoung and Jana (Andrew) Martinez; three grandsons, Brandon Martinez, Parker DeYoung, and Spencer DeYoung; and his granddaughter, Jordan Martinez.
Bob is loved and will be greatly missed.
Visitation, 5:00PM - 7:00PM, Monday, March 12, 2018, The Springs Funeral Services - North, 6575 Oakwood Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80923.
Funeral Service, 1:00PM, Tuesday, March 13, 2018, First Presbyterian Church, 219 East Bijou Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903.
Private Interment, Fort Logan National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob's memory can be made to First Presbyterian Church, Deacon's Fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Duke
March 16, 2018
Dear Love of my life, We traveled many roads together. Over 52 years of giving strength, wisdom and companionship.I truly know the meaning pure love from you. I will miss you, your smile and your forever thanking me. You endured and fought a great battle without self pity. I Thank God you are free . Now Mr. Duke,I will be counting on you to still guide me and hold me fast. Please have your hand out to catch me if I fall. I love you so much and still find it hard to say goodbye. Your memory will always be in my heart. Love you, Jan
Brandon Martinez
March 11, 2018
Rest In Peace Grandpa, thank you for being the best Grandpa I could ever have asked for. We will never forget about you! I love you forever!
Lonn Duke
March 11, 2018
Dear Dad,
There is no other man in the world that compares to the amazing, giving, loving man that you are. Through my life you taught me so many wonderful things but the most important skill you taught me is why it is good to be good. I miss you so much Dad. You are a great father and I am so proud to be your son. Please watch over us and know you are so loved and cherished!!
Your Son,
Lonn
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Deirdre Bauer
March 11, 2018
Rest in peace. You will be sadly missed.
Deirdre and Dale Bauer
March 11, 2018
It was such a joy to have known you and to have felt the love that lived within your family. You will be greatly missed but knowing you are free from pain and earthly restraints is some consolation. May you rest in peace. ❤
March 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss.
My God wrap his arms around your family and give you strength during this difficult time. Always in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Sharidee and Dave
Jana Martinez
March 11, 2018
Daddy,
Thank you for the life full of love you provided me. Thank you for showing me the true meaning of unconditional love. Thank you for showing me what hard work is and why it is important. Thank you for faithfully loving your wife and my Mama. Thank you for showing me your love and faith in God. Thank you for being my amazing Dad and Marn and Lonn's too. Thank you for being a wonderful father-in-law to Andrew. Thank you for the passionate and caring love of your grandchildren. You will be missed terribly, but I am so glad and thankful to know you are at peace! Praise God!! You no longer suffer and that brings so much comfort to my heart and soul. I love you so very, very much. Until we meet again....B-F-F!!!
Love you forever,
Jana
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