George B. Duke Jr.

George B. Duke Jr., 25, of 580 East Main St. Bradford, passed away Friday, November 13, 2015 at his residence.

Born March 27, 1990, in Bradford he is a son of George B. Duke Sr., and Lisa (Reiley) Duke, both of Bradford.

George was a 2008 graduate of Bradford High School.  

An avid outdoorsman George enjoyed snowboarding, snowmobiling, boating and dirt bike riding.

He formerly worked at Zippo Manufacturing Company, and most recently worked directly for his father George.

Surviving is his father George B. Duke Sr. (Rita Walters), his mother Lisa Reiley Duke (Bill Haner), his brother, Grant B. Duke (Shane Baker) all of Bradford, his paternal grandmother Sarah Blaisdell Dorn and her husband Richard, one aunt Jeanne Evan (Gary Hoy), four uncles Daniel (Cathy) Reiley, Joseph (Denise) Reiley, Thomas Reiley and Timothy (Mary) Reiley, and several loving cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Paul C. Duke Jr., his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Janice Reiley, and his uncles Paul C. Duke III, and Terry Reiley.

At the family's request there will be no public visitation. Private services will be held for the family at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. with Rev. W. LeRoy Beckes, retired Presbyterian Minister officiating. Burial will be in the family lot in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the SPCA P.O. Box 113, Bradford PA 16701 or the Bradford Drug and Alcohol Abuse Services Inc. 2 Main St., Suite 605, Bradford PA 16701.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Deepest sympathies to your family. Remembering the good days spent on the island, you will be greatly missed Georgie. We love you xoxo
— Lianne killen

Deepest sympathies to your family. Remembering the good days spent on the island, you will be greatly missed Georgie. We love you xoxo
— Lianne killen

So sorry to hear about the passing of your son. Blessings to you and your family.
— Tom & Dianna Felke

Lisa,Bill,George ,Rita,and Grant, my deepest sympathy for the loss of Georgie. There are no words that will console you during this terrible time, just know so many are praying for and keeping you in their thoughts!
— Betsy Eschrich

I'm so saddened to hear of your sudden loss. The whole French team joins me to send our deepest sympathy. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts
— JB COMARD

Our hearts and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
— Your friends from the DeVries/SLAM family

George and Family, I cannot imagine how painful this loss has been for you and your family. No matter what we do sometimes the outcome is out of our hands. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Ron and Georgia Meister

He looks just like you George. I can't imagine how hard this is as well as has been and will be for you and your family. I cannot tell you how sad sad sad I am for you. Pam, from Texas. Pam Francis Wilson
— Pam Francis

To the entire duke family,especially Lisa, George , and grant. At this point no words will comfort you. There is no greater pain than the untimley loss of a child. My prayers and thoughts are with you daily. May god help you understand and gently get through these painful days.
— Sherry Pecora

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you.
— Ed and Karen Pecht

Lisa, My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and my heart aches. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
— Darlene Mueller

Lisa , Our hearts hurt for you and your family.There are no words to express our sadness.
— Liz Fred Miller

George and Lisa, my deepest sympathies for your loss. Georgie meant so very much to me. He was always kind and respectful. I will always treasure the relationship we forged. He was a fine young man.
— Rachel Stark

Our thoughts are with you and your family. Family strength and love will help you through this.
— John & Bonnie Spry

There are no words right now. Our hearts ache with yours and you will be in our thoughts and prayers daily.
— Teri & Greg Cannon

My deepest sympathy to the Duke family. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with all of you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Nancy Fire
— Nancy Fire

George,Rita,Lisa and Family, So sorry for the loss of Georgie. our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
— Frank and Judy Autieri

No words can possibly express the sorrow we feel for you in our hearts. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
— Ken and Denise JADLOWIEC

Lisa, We know there aren't words enough to console you but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers... we are so very sorry.
— Kristin & Taylor Morris

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. We know there are no words to ease the deep heartache that you are feeling.. but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
— Denise & Al Cochran

Lisa, George & families. Was very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of your family at this time and sending prayers.
— Wendy Hatch Brendel

George and Lisa, So very sorry for your loss. I can't begin to know what you are going through, but know that you are in my prayers and thoughts. May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
— Sandy Sherwood

Lisa, George, Rita and your families: We hope you find the strength to endure the sadness you are experiencing.
— Julie Shembeda McCord & the Shembeda family

Lisa, we were so sad to hear of the passing of your Georgie. We are holding you, Grant, Bill and the entire family in our thoughts and prayers. We are here if you need anything at all. We love you.
— Vicki and Randy Fuller

So very sad to here this of one so young. Just know he now lives a wonderful new life in Heaven. You will see him again. Joyce
— Joyce Kille

So, so sorry for the loss of your child. We have never met but I want you to know that others care.
— Bonnie Fuller

Lisa please know that our hearts go out to you and your family. Will keep you in our prayers.
— Jim and Barb Marx

George, Rita and Family, Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
— Scott MacBride and Family

George, Lisa and families...my sincere condolences on the loss of your son. My heart and prayers are with you all. With love, Ellen Evans
— Ellen Evans

So very sorry for your loss. This is devastating! We will be praying for your family.
— Roger & Kerry Payne

George, Sr. and family, I and the Pitt-Bradford community are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of George, Jr. Please know we are here for you and stand ready to provide assistance and support as you may need. Livingston Alexander
— lalexand@pitt.edu

Lisa and Family my deepest condolences for your loss. Praying for all of you.
— Tammy Troutman

We are so sad to hear of your loss. We pray for you and your family.
— Pam Caldwell & Joe Ognen

Our sincerest and deepest sympathies to the entire family. Georgie's untimely passing is stifling and we remain prayerful for peace understanding. We support you and our care continues for the many days ahead.
— Dan and Chris Minich

Deeply sorry for the loss of your Angel.
— Laura Hixenbaugh

Very sorry for loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. A very sad time for the Zippo family.
— Sue Snyder and Mike Tolin

So sad! You and your family are in my thoughts!
— Kim

Lisa, So sad and heartbroken for you and your famiy. You are in our prayers. We love you. We ask God to carry you and give you strength.
— Mickey Skipper

Our deepest sympathies
— Jodi and Mike yohe

Condolences

  • Deepest sympathies to your family. Remembering the good days spent on the island, you will be greatly missed Georgie. We love you xoxo

    — Lianne killen
  • Deepest sympathies to your family. Remembering the good days spent on the island, you will be greatly missed Georgie. We love you xoxo

    — Lianne killen
  • So sorry to hear about the passing of your son. Blessings to you and your family.

    — Tom & Dianna Felke
  • Lisa,Bill,George ,Rita,and Grant, my deepest sympathy for the loss of Georgie. There are no words that will console you during this terrible time, just know so many are praying for and keeping you in their thoughts!

    — Betsy Eschrich
  • I'm so saddened to hear of your sudden loss. The whole French team joins me to send our deepest sympathy. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts

    — JB COMARD