Else Duke of Pompton Plains, NJ died on November 23, 2023 at the age of 90. She was born on August 31, 1933 in Schramberg, Germany. Her life was influenced by world events as a child and young adult. In post war Europe, she met her husband, Anton, and the ambitious young couple immigrated to the United States in 1956.
They established a base in the New York City area, and in short order established a well respected network of German bakeries located throughout the greater Jackson Heights, NY community. Eventually, their business ventures expanded into the communications and television production industry in New York City.
Else Duke, or “Oma” as she was lovingly referred to, balanced work at the different businesses with that of being a loving Mother, Grandmother and recently Great Grandmother. She was adored by all who interacted with her.
She is survived by her husband, two sons, and daughter – along with their spouses, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren and her four sisters whose relationships she cherished. A son predeceased her.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in Else’s memory to the Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, St. Jude’s Hospital for Children.
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Douglas Broderick says
November 30, 2023 at 4:58 pmMy deepest sympathies and prayers to the Duke family and Eric in passing of Mom.
Thoughts and prayers to you
With sympathy
Douglas
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Joe Aberle says
November 30, 2023 at 5:02 pmDear USA-Family,
It is with great sadness that we have heard about the passing of Else. Our thoughts are with you, and we’d like to express our sincere condolences. Take comfort in the fact that even though your loved one has passed away, her spirit still lives on in the memories you have shared together and all the beautiful moments you experienced together. She will remain in our hearts and memories and may she rest in peace.
With deepest sympathy,
the German & Schramberg part of the family
Gretel
Ursel and Family
Verena
Sibylle, Markus, Patricia, and Vera
Norbert
Stefan and Family
Joe