Jerry McQueen Duke of Charleston South Carolina passed away on July 9th, 2020 at the age of 79. He was born on August 9th, 1940 in Kingstree South Carolina to the parents Willie McQueen Duke and Della Avant Duke. Survived by his brother James, Jerry was one of two sons. In addition, he is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia Elliott Duke, son Jerry Duke II and wife Cher, daughters; Katherine Raczkowski Duke and husband Walt, Elizabeth Ann Jasenak Duke and Carolyn Tyler Duke, thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren whom he dearly loved.
Jerry was a graduate of Kingstree High school in 1959. After graduation, he spent many years serving in the air force before leaving as a staff sergeant in 1968 to raise his family. He was a hard worker. Jerry was a contractor for most of his adult life, building anything from a hospital to a front porch railing. He loved to fish, build model airplanes, and grow tomatoes. He spent his life loving and caring for others. He was a gentle soul that always had a helping hand or a solution to the problem. He will be dearly missed by those who love him.
A graveside funeral service will be held Sept 19, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Mouzon Presbyterian Church in Kingstree South Carolina. A reception will follow services. Condolences may be made online.
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