John W Dukes of Maryville passed away Friday, March 15 2019. He is preceded in death by wife Jo Dukes; parents Robert & Vina Mae; brother Larry “Bud” (Sue); and sister Nancy. He is survived by daughters Anita Craig of Ooltewah; Lori Nelson (Bryan) of Sweetwater and son Spencer of Nashville; grandchildren Jason (Jessica) Cooper of Maryville and Hillary Cooper of Indianapolis; 6 great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews; and Dr. Bob Dukes, Rock Dukes and Susan Pilkay with whom he had a special bond.
The family will receive friends Monday, March 18, 5:00-6:00 PM at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. A service will follow at 6:00 PM with Pastor John Holland officiating. Family and friends will meet Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at 10:45 AM at Ft. Sumter Cemetery for an 11:00 AM interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dementia Society of America. Online condolences can be expressed at www.mynattfh.com