Douglas Duke

Douglas Edward Duke Sr. peacefully passed away at his Hohenwald home on April 8, 2020 surrounded by family.

He was born June 5, 1943 to the late Eugene and Lucy (Temple) Duke in Nashville.

Along with his parents, Mr. Duke was preceded in death by his daughter, Diane Duke.

During most of his life, Mr. Duke drove a dump truck for various companies before becoming an independent operator. He enjoyed being outside fishing or just taking in the great outdoors. On Sundays, he could be found cheering on the Tennessee Titans football team. When the Titans weren't playing, he would tune into the National Geographic Wildlife channel for all the latest episodes of Dr. Pol Veterinarian, often asking his family to watch with him.

He has been described as the best dad and one of the greatest men anyone has ever known. He was truly a gentle, caring and selfless man that would give everything he had to make sure his family was taken care of.

He leaves behind a son, Douglas Edward (Melissa) Duke Jr.; two daughters, Lucy "Sissy" Duke and her husband, Kenneth Spain, and Jwanna Diane Duke; 40 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

Mr. Duke's wishes were to be cremated so no burial will take place.

Adair Funeral and Cremation Services assisted the family with arrangements.