Joe Robert Dukes, age 90, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Summit Place of Anderson.

Born December 22, 1933, in Honea Path, SC, he was a son of the late William Clarence Dukes and Sudie Lusk Dukes. He was married for 66 years to Katherine Gilbert Dukes until her death in 2019. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Darlana Joyce Dukes; brothers, William Clarence Dukes, Jr., and Dr. Bill Dukes; sister, Naomi Dukes; and son-in-law, Randie Gibson.

Joe was the proud owner of Little Pigs BBQ of Anderson for 50 years having opened the restaurant in 1965. He enjoyed getting out and riding around town and eating out with his bride. He loved his family and his beloved dog Jake.

He is survived by his children, Kathy Dukes Gibson, Danny Dukes, and Mike Dukes; brother, James "Jake" Dukes; grandchildren, Matthew Gibson, Jared Gibson, Dylan Dukes, and Dalton Dukes; and great grandchildren, Grayson, Jayden, Ryan, and Bailey Gibson.

The family would like to thank the staff of Summit Place Assisted Living, especially Brittany and Bridgette, and vCare Hospice for their exceptional care of our precious father.

The family will receive friends Sunday, September 1, 2024, from 1:00-1:45 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm in the Chapel with Rev. Curtis Bundy officiating. Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.