Charles Davis

Charles “Charlie” Moore Duke Jr., age 91, of Martin, died Thursday, July 1, 2021, at his family home. A small celebration of life will be held at his family home on a later date. Charles served in the US Navy (4yrs) and Air Force (20 yrs) serving as a flight engineer then an aircraft mechanic. After retiring in 1971, Charles came back to Martin and began working for the City of Martin as the last full-time street sweeper. Retiring from the city in 1995, he could then be found enjoying coffee with friends at McDonald’s, working on his honey-do list and spending time with his grandson, Garrett, whom he loved more than anything. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Juanita Duke of Martin; his daughter, Charlene (Chris) Westbrook of Martin; his grandson, Garrett (Bekah) Duke of Martin; stepson, Richard (Ronda) Gregg of Chesapeake, Virginia; seven step grandkids; and 11 step great-grandkids. Charles was proceeded in death by his parents, Charles Moore Duke Sr.; and Carmel Pierce Duke; and his stepson, James Jaycox. The family asks in lieu of flowers to make donations to Operation Homefront in memory of SMSgt. Charles M. Duke Jr.