Donald Duke

Donald LeRoy Duke passed away October 13, 2025 in Plattsmouth, Nebraska at the age of 85 years. He was born December 10, 1939 in Los Angeles, California.

Don is a retired Omaha police officer and is a United States Navy veteran. 

Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Everett Duke and Lucille Waller; and sister Lila Zavitz.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Donna Duke; children Patrick Duke, Brian Duke, and step-daughter Kathy "Cookie" (Scott) Reuman; grandchildren Madison (Dawson Carter) Duke, Mikayla Duke, and Brittany Reuman; brothers Mike Waller and Roger Waller; and nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE Monday, October 20, at 12:30 PM at the Omaha National Cemetery. CELEBRATION OF LIFE to immediately follow at the Circle C Ranch (12118 S 36th St). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.