Will Henry Duke, 80, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred B. Duke and Pauline B. Duke; brothers, JB Duke (Sally), Dewey Duke, and Tommy Duke (Violet); sisters, Geneva Duke, Viola Duke, and Earcel Wright; and brother-in-law, Jackie Markham.
He was an equipment operator for over 45 years at Aaron J. Conner Construction. He was also an avid gardener, enjoyed spending time at North Star Restaurant at the “round table”, and a deer hunter.
Left to cherish Will’s memory are his wife of 62 years, Margaret Ann Duke; daughters, Donna Wilson (Harry), Ann Marie “Cricket” Duke, and Missy Campbell (Kevin); grandchildren, Bradley Hedrick, DJ Fowler, Emma Campbell, and Lauryn Campbell; great-grandchildren, Bradley Pennington and Alayna Pennington; sister, Madeline “Bugs” Markham; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to donate in Will’s honor may do so to Good Samaritan Hospice. Online condolences may be sent at www.botetourtfh.com or by calling 540-254-3000.
