Anthony Alvin Dukes was born May 28, 1966 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Rudolph and Laura Dukes.  Anthony was the fifth child of six brothers, Ra'shon, Ricardo, Terrence, Demetrius Sr., and E. Todd.

He attended St. Agnes Catholic School from K-8, where he became an altar boy and was always willing to serve and help children with disabilities.  He was saved and accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at St. Andrews Catholic Church.

Anthony graduated from Woodward High School.  His love for food activated his desire of being a chef.  Anthony was employed through several food service agencies, where he perfected his craft!  He also worked in a long term care facility where he met and married Rayvetta Nash, who eventually gave birth to their daughter, Alexis Dukes.

Anthony loved baseball and began playing the sport as a child.  In later years, he developed a passion for football.  His favorite team was the Kansas City Chiefs.  He also loved a good game of cards and he played his hand well!  Anthony would often be perceived as the life of the party.  When you were invited to the party, you were guaranteed a good time.

Anthony joked during the good times and the bad times.  He always tried to make the most out of any and all situations.  His favorite saying was "I'm the Rev. Dr. Do-wrong from the church of Do-right, can ya feel me? Amen".

Anthony "Slick Tony" or affectionately known as "Skinny" was known for singing his gospel music in the morning and 2Pac in the evening.  He enjoyed cooking and dancing with a two step.  Tony was a proud man about his appearance and would remind you of how "good" he looked.

Anthony was preceded in death by his father, Rudolph Dukes.

Anthony departed this life for his heavenly home on Friday, September 28, 2018.

Anthony leaves precious memories to be cherished by: his mother, Laura Dukes; his loving oldest daughter, Alexis Dukes and his youngest daughter, Asia Dukes; beloved grandson, Tommy Davis, Jr.; brother, Ra'shon Dukes, Ricardo Dukes, Terrence Dukes, Demetrius Dukes, Sr. and E. Todd Dukes; aunts, Gwendolyn Edwards, Iva Edwards and Deborah Edwards; uncle,  John M. (Joyce) Edwards, Jr.; nieces, Cherneka Gilkey, Laura Dukes and Kyla Dukes; nephews, Demetrius Dukes, Jr. and Brandon Dukes; great niece, Breeann V.I. Pierce; great nephews, Zymire King Brandon Dukes, Demetrius Dukes, III, Alexander Dukes and Anderson Dukes; his special friend, Amanda Blevins, as well as a host of other family members and many loving friends.

Visitation is from 9:00 am until 10:0 am, on  Saturday, October 6, 2018, at the Church Of The Resurrection , 1619 California Avenue, Cincinnati  (45237).   The Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow the visitation beginning at 10:00 am.

Interment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery,  701 E.  Ross Avenue, St. Bernard, Ohio 45217.

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Walker Funeral Home, 3939 Reading Road (corner of Reading and Paddock), North Avondale (45229)  is serving the  Dukes family.  Please call (513) 251-6200 or visit www.WalkerFuneralHome.com for additional information.