Richard Duke

Richard Morris Duke, 80, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2020 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. He was born on March 14, 1939 in Provo, Utah to Morris Elwood and Grace Virginia Wignall Duke.

He married Carolyn Wiscombe on August 14, 1958 and had three daughters, later divorced but remained good friends. He married Dalene Simmons on June 9, 1978 and spent 33 wonderful years together until her passing on March 30, 2011. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He was a longtime employee at Hercules (ATK). Richard had four daughters who he loved very much.

He is survived by his daughters, Jayne Ann (Greg) Sapp, Kristy (John) Davis, Tracy Molina, Jennifer Hatch; two sisters, Diane and Carolyn; many grandkids and great grandkids. He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister and his wife.

“Thanks to all. It’s been a good life!”

At his request, there will not be any services for Richard. He will be laid to rest at Valley View Memorial Park.