November 18, 2023
Durward Emmett ‘Dude’ Downes, Jr., 73, of Covington, died Saturday, November 18, 2023, at his residence.
He was born October 18, 1950, in Alleghany County, a son of late Durward E. Downes, Sr and Pauline McDaniel Downes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in by brother-in-law, Kendall Dolan.
Dude retired from VDOT after 39 years of service. He was an avid hunter and gardener.
Surviving are his sister, Rhonda Dolan of Covington, and brother Kenny (Patti) Downes, of Clifton Forge; one nephew, Mike (Amy Fridley) Knick; two nieces, Amie (Travis) Bond and Beverley (Tony) Bowers; great-nieces and nephews, Jakob Knick, Luna Knick, Samantha (Marshall) McCullough, Taylor (Dakota) Cordle, Peyton Rogers, Lucus Rogers, Kallista Hoke; two special friends, Wayne Howard and Robert Crawford; and also his dog, Jenny.
In keeping with his wishes, his body has been cremated.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Arritt Funeral Home.
Arrangements are entrusted to Arritt Funeral Home.
Online condolences can be made to arrittfuneralhome.com.
Visitation
Arritt Funeral Home
November 22, 2023 at 11:00:00 PM
1102 South Highland Avenue, Covington, VA, USA
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Dorothy Hayslett
Dec 11, 2023
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
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Billy Newman
Dec 11, 2023
I did not know Afton, but work with Natalie at MGCC.
Deepest sympathy and condolences to all her family.
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Sonja Helton
Dec 11, 2023
Praying for the Carter family
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Vannessa Bennett
Dec 11, 2023
My prayers go out to the Carter family.
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David liggins Sr
Dec 11, 2023
Condolences to the family nd may the Lord bless you all.
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James hiser
Dec 11, 2023
I’m sorry for ur loss I’ve known Afton my whole life truely good people she will be missed
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Dec 11, 2023
Please accept my most sincere sympathy. May fond memories become treasures of the heart. Prayers and love, Donna S. Nicely
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Dianne Garcia
Dec 11, 2023
My heart goes out to the family. I had the wonderful opportunity of teaching Afton and her mother and father. Afton was a sweet young lady and always a joy with a smile on her face. I am so sorry for the whole family! Please accept my sympathy, to you all.
Dianne Garcia
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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash Richmond, Va.
Dec 11, 2023
Prayers and Love for the family.
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Dr. Carmen Chambers-Nash
Dec 11, 2023
Condolences and Love to the family. Richmond, Va.
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Scott Family
Dec 10, 2023
Ccndolences To The Carter Family
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Alvin Boguess 807 Jonestown rd covington va
Dec 10, 2023
Mr Carter was a good man I don't think he met anyone that he did not know always talk to me like a true friend he will be miss