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Ernest Lee "Tom" Duke
September 17, 1934- February 19, 2023

LOUISBURG, NC-- Ernest Lee "Tom" Duke, 88 , of Louisburg passed away on February 19, 2023. He was born on September 17, 1934 the son of the late Timothy and Priscilla Rowe Duke. In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by his wife, Nell Burnette Duke; a sister, Betty Jean Holmes; his brother, Coy Duke; and a special nephew, Duke Holmes.

Tom is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Rhonda and Mark Shearon; his son and daughter-in-law, Tom Chris and Renea Duke; his grandchildren, Charleigh Duke, Brooke Duke, Madison Wilkerson, Braxton Wilkerson, Jenny DePizzol (Jarrett), and Jonathan Shearon Love (Kristie); and his great-grandchildren; Kaleb Love, Kaylie Love, and Kolton Love. Also surviving are his stepchildren, Phillip C. Burnette (Jean), Brenda B. Hunt, and Wendy B. Bryant (Bob); his sisters, Diane Loftin and Dot Gupton (Wayne); and his sister-in-law, Elaine Cottrell Duke.

Funeral services will be held privately.

Papa Tom as he was lovingly known was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Korean War. He was a lifelong Franklin County resident and farmer, known for the best meat in Franklin County, his Pear Preserves, his pickles , and his sense of humor, being a jokester. He was truly loved by his family and many others.

Memorial contributions may be made to Red Bud Baptist Church, or the Franklin County Adult Day Program, 279 South Bickett Blvd. Louisburg, NC 27549. Online condolences may be made to www.lancasterfcs.com.

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