Deborah A. (Charles) Dukes

Deborah A. Charles Dukes, age 71, of Mars, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones while under the care of the hospice at AHN Wexford.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 12, 1953, she was the daughter of the late James A. and Geraldine M. Collins Charles.

After seeking many endeavors, Deb returned to Mars where she served on the Ladies Auxiliary of the Mars V.F.W. Post 7505.  She worked as a cashier and cook for Planet Mart for 13 years before her retirement.

Surviving are her beloved husband, Daniel Dukes, who she married on October 20, 1998, her brother, Jim Charles (Sharon), her sisters, Becky Kincaid and Patricia Berk, her grandchildren, Brandi, Tristan and Aurora, her great grandchildren, Jayden and Sydney and her nephews, Shane, Mark, Chuck, Ryan and Travis.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Steven A. Dumencic, Jr. and her sister, Pamela Charles.

A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 2-6 PM at the Mars Masonic Hall, 340 Clay Avenue, Mars,PA 16046.  Memorials in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the McDonald-Aeberli Funeral Home, Inc. 238 Crowe Av. Mars, PA and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com.