James “Hal” Duke, Jr., age 83, of Whitakers, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2015, He was the son of the late James Hal Duke, Sr. and Mary Ella Blackley Duke. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Carolyn Duke; and his siblings, Julia Duke Fuller and Genive Duke Moss.
He is survived by his children, James H. Duke, III (Dickie) and his wife, Cheryl of Greenville; daughter, Scarlette Duke Bennett of Battleboro; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild.
A graveside service was held Sunday, March 1, 2015 at Oakwood Cemetery, Louisburg.
Arrangements by Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Rocky Mount.