Martha Jean Wild Duke passed away on July 30th, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved her deeply.
Those who knew her will remember her as a beautiful woman with a vibrant personality. She loved being around people and was always ready to have a good time. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a playful streak that kept her family and friends laughing. She could be a little mischievous, a quality that added to her charm, and her fun-loving spirit made her a joy to be around. She always said, “I just want to have fun!” A beautiful lady who enjoyed dressing up and a little sparkle that matched her personality.
She was a beloved mother and a doting grandmother.
She is survived by her son, Tracy Duke and daughter-in-law Shanee; her grandchildren, Chase Duke and Hope (Greg) Gash; her sister, Linda (Billy) Piper; her brothers, Stephen Wild (Janell) and Larry (Joy) Wild, sister-in-law Helen Wild; and numerous nieces, nephews, family members, and friends who will cherish her memory.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Julian Wesley “Rusty” Duke; her brother, Joseph Daniel Wild; and her parents, Robert and Mildred Wild.
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This obituary was published by Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center – Nashville.
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