DRAKESBORO – Paul Anthony Dukes, 64, of Drakesboro, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:03AM in Owensboro. Mr. Dukes was born in Princeton, KY on April 25, 1961. He was a Butcher at Walmart, and worked there for 20 years. His many interests included cars, guns, racing, and music, but his children and grandchildren made up the most important part of his life. He was preceded in death by his son, Josh Mabrey; and parents, Paul and Katherine Dukes.
He is survived by his wife, Teressa Lear Dukes; children, Samantha Richardson, Jamey Mabrey, Cody (Whitney) Dukes, and Kate Dukes; grandchildren, Mackenzie Dukes, and Brookelyn Richardson; brother, Joey Dukes; sister, Paula Dukes; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1PM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City with Bro. Joe Chambers officiating. Burial in Drake Family Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from10AM-1PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.
