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Lela Dukes

Lela Dukes

  • March 26, 1913 - December 29, 2011
  • Ellston, Iowa
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“Lela was my bonus grandmother. Her family is intermingled with mine by marriage and love. Lela alway was there to provide help and love to everyone...Read More » ”
1 of 21 | Posted by: Chris Huff - Dexter, IA - Friend

“I'm so sorry to hear about Lela's passing. I will always remember our long talks and the many sleep overs. I always loved being at your house and...Read More » ”
2 of 21 | Posted by: Kim Huff Haak - Lynden, WA

“I have fond memories of Lela. As a child, I looked forward to the "threashing crew" going to Vince and Lela's. Loved her iced tea. Lela and Donna...Read More » ”
3 of 21 | Posted by: Kay Drake - Tingley, IA

“I always enjoyed this great and fun lady! I shall never forget the fun we had at the dances when she and Vincent would dance for hours to my organ...Read More » ”
4 of 21 | Posted by: Jane Thomas - Mt Ayr, IA

“She was a very special lady, treasure all the memories you have shared over the years. You were so lucky to have her with you all this time. I...Read More » ”
5 of 21 | Posted by: Curt and Sue Jones - Ellston, IA

“Thinking of all of you, Lela was a grand lady. She would help anyone and always had a postive attitude. She will be missed by many but left alot of...Read More » ”
6 of 21 | Posted by: Carol Wortman - Shannon City , IA

“Lela was "family" to an untold number of us--to some, "Aunt Lela," to the next generation, "Gr'ma Dukes." We are all beneficiaries of her huge heart...Read More » ”
7 of 21 | Posted by: Marian England Jennings - Mt. Ayr

“My husband was helping my father paint Lela and Vincents house on my wedding day. We showered at Lela's .....the only running water in town. It's...Read More » ”
8 of 21 | Posted by: Mary Kay Fay McGougan - TX

“Just wanted to let all of you know that we are thinking of you. The first word that comes to mind when I think of Lela is "Spunky" and that she was....Read More » ”
9 of 21 | Posted by: Alan and Lois Ibbotson - Tingley, IA

“I recall at a very young age, eating breakfast at the Dukes table. Jimmy, Joe Dean, Donna Rae, Greg and Clyde Feeback and perhaps another kid was...Read More » ”
10 of 21 | Posted by: Steve O'Grady - Bloomfield , IA

“Extending our condolences. Lela was a very special person and will be greatly missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family members and...Read More » ”
11 of 21 | Posted by: Jack and Jackie Fay - Topeka, KS

“So sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are all in our prayers. ...Read More » ”
12 of 21 | Posted by: Judy Doolittle - Kellerton, IA

“Another angel got her wings. She's probably rocking a baby, preparing a meal, playing cards or scrabble, comforting a friend, sewing an apron or...Read More » ”
13 of 21 | Posted by: Nan Derscheid - Ellston, IA

“To a wonderful lady who touched so many people's lives. You will be missed by many--even the Chicago Cubs. May you rest in peace. ”
14 of 21 | Posted by: Cricket Waske - Albany, MO

“Lela was so very special. She made everyone feel like family. Loved how the conversations always turned positive with Lela around. The joy &...Read More » ”
15 of 21 | Posted by: Ernie & Judy Mercer - Kellerton, IA

“Aunt Lela brought so much to my life and replaced members of my own family. She will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you...Read More » ”
16 of 21 | Posted by: diane farrell - bennington, NE

“We were saddened to hear of the passing of your Mother. Ginger Hunt Smith's sister, Julie, at Decatur City had heard it and Ginger called us. You...Read More » ”
17 of 21 | Posted by: Rex and WInnie Fowler - Carlisle, IA

“Lela you are a very special lady. You have left an amazing legacy for your family and friends. I have many special memories of you and your...Read More » ”
18 of 21 | Posted by: Virgiia Hunt Smith - IA - Friend

“She was the most amazing woman I have ever known and has left a legacy that we all should be proud of. ”
19 of 21 | Posted by: Linda Binning - daughter in law

“Joe, Jan and Donna: So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. ”
20 of 21 | Posted by: Charlotte Pearce - Blockton, IA

“So many precious memories of Lela: the great meals I ate there with Doris Jean and the rest of the family. Lela was always such a joker and kidder....Read More » ”
21 of 21 | Posted by: GwenTrullinger - Mount Ayr, IA


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Lela Ione Pershin Dukes, daughter of Forest Pershin and Audrey Raynor Pershin, was born March 26, 1913 near New Market, Iowa and departed this life at her home at Ellston, Iowa on December 29, 2011 at the age of 98.
Lela graduated from Gravity High School and then attended teachers college at Red Oak. She taught school north of Ellston at the Dickson Country School.
Lela married Vincent Dukes on February 27, 1932. At that time, she decided to stay home and work on the farm and raise a family.
Family and friends meant everything to Lela. She was the neighborhood grandma to many. She enjoyed dancing, gardening and playing cards. Lela was a member of the Ellston United Methodist Church.
Lela is survived by five children oldest daughter Jane Lee Feeback (Jim) of Mount Ayr, IA, daughter Dorothy Burgher (Gary) of Kellerton, IA, daughter Doris Jean Redman of Mount Ayr, IA, son Joe Dean Dukes (Jan) of Ellston, IA, and daughter Donna Rae Greenland (Kevin) of Ellston, IA. Lela is also survived by sixteen grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren; sister-in-law Phyllis Dukes and nieces and nephews.
Lela was preceded in death by husband Vincent in 1987, son Jimmy Dukes in 1972 and brothers Dale, Lee, Elbert and Mack Pershin.
A memorial fund has been established to HCI Care Services in Mount Ayr, Iowa.