William James Dukes

William James Dukes 61, died at his residence in Punta Gorda, Florida on

March 1, 2015.

He was born on July 16, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to William Dukes and Margaret Wharton Dukes. He came to this area in 1968 for Akron, Ohio.

William was employed by Charlotte County where he was a construction foreman. William loved to watch old western movies and tinker around in his garage. He was of the Catholic faith. He is survived by his son, Michael (Kerri) Dukes of Port Charlotte, Florida, his daughter, Bonnie Fehr and her fiancé, William McAlonan of Punta Gorda, Florida, and his sister, Marcella Dukes of Port Charlotte, Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dawn Kathryn Dukes who died August 18, 2013. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Pilgrim United Church of Christ 24515 Rampart Blvd. Port Charlotte, Florida

Donations in his memory may be made to Animal Welfare League at 3519 Drance Street. Port Charlotte, Florida 33980

Please visit the online tribute for William James Dukes at www.kays-ponger.com to sign the guest book and offer condolences to the family. Arrangements by Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Home and cremation

services. Port Charlotte Chapel.