Obituary of James Raymond Duke

ames Raymond Duke, 54, of Blakeslee, died on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, at his home. He was the loving companion of Lorraine Fucci. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late James Duke Jr. and Geraldine Long. James grew up in the kitchen cooking for friends and family; later on, this would become his career. He worked in several restaurants over the years and most recently at a truck stop in Wilkes-Barre. He was a loving father and grandfather, and avid sports fan. When James wasn't attending youth sporting events, he was in the yard throwing the ball with his son, Dylan. In addition to his companion, Lorraine, he is survived by his children: Justin Duke and his wife, Tina, of North Carolina; Adrianna Roby and her husband, Chris, of Virginia; and Dylan Duke of Blakeslee; his brothers: John Duke of Lake Harmony and Robert Duke of Philadelphia; his aunt, Sarah Jane Loomis of Wilkes-Barre; and his grandchildren: Damon, Devin, Avery, London and Christian. The family will be hosting a Celebration of Life for all family and friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 5, at Moyer's Country Kitchen, Route 940, Pocono Lake. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Duke Family, P.O. Box 510, Blakeslee, PA 18610.