Matthew Gerald Dukes

Matthew Gerald Dukes of Lake Butler, FL passed away to be with our Lord and Savior on November 10, 2025, at the age of 46. Born January 31st, 1979, in Gainesville, FL to C. Renee Newsom Rodriguez and Gerald R. Dukes, Jr. He was an electrician by trade.

Matt’s greatest love and joy were his boys! You could always find him watching sports, reading, on the grill or in the kitchen. He could talk to you about anything and sure make you laugh. He loved his family and friends immensely. Matt accepted Christ at an early age and continued his walk with the Lord.

Nancy Newsom, bonus dad George Rodriguez; special Uncles Bryant, Dean and Terry, loving aunts, cousins and lifelong friend Steve. He was preceded in death by parents C. Renee Newsom Rodriguez and Gerald R. Dukes, Jr.; Grandparents Gerald and Joyce Dukes, Barney Newsom and special Uncle Randy and cousin Branden.

The family will receive friends for a visitation on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Archer-Milton Funeral Home.