Flowery Branch Proclaims Ms. Annie Duke Day

Published:  08-19-2007

AUGUST 19, 2007

On August 15th, 2007, during a Flowery Branch Voting Session the Mayor and Council honored Ms. Annie Duke for her 96th birthday and proclaimed August 19th as official Ms. Annie Duke Day in the City of Flowery Branch.

Ms. Annie was born in 1911 in a log cabin in Hall County Georgia and was married to Otto Duke in 1936 living in a humble home on Church Street. Although Mr. Duke passed away in 1983 Ms. Annie continues to live on Church Street in Flowery Branch.

Ms. Annie was a stay at home Mom and she helped children by setting a good example. Her home was always open. She served delicious meals of fried chicken, biscuits and veggies to her large family and her children’s friends were always welcomed with love and were treated as though they were family. It was common to see little boys lying on their stomachs on the front porch, reading from a stack of comic books or the girls having tea parties.

Many church socials took place at Ms. Annie’s house with homemade ice-cream for refreshments.

She taught Sunday school, Bible School and was Training Director at Church.

She joined the Tomato Club, later called the Home Extension Club, and now called the Flowery Branch Homemakers Club. She received her 50 year pen several years ago and was twice named the Homemaker of the Year. Her home has been the location of the Club’s semi annual Cake Sale for many years.

Her Duke Family Cookbook was published in 1997, where her many recipes can be found.

Ms. Annie quilted and donated a quilt that is being raffled off by the Flowery Branch Homemakers’ Club.

When asked about what she does to keep busy and mentally alert she said she likes reading the Bible, The Times, and other articles, as well as talking on the phone.

Ms. Annie advised she stays physically fit by walking around her house, through all the rooms and down the long hall that divides the historic home

Ms. Annie’s advice on Husbands, Take care of them. Her hobbies include gardening and quilt making.

Ms. Annie advised that she is most thankful for all her children and that they had received a good education.

Ms. Annie looked up to her mother and attributes her good life to a good upbringing.

Ms. Annie further advised that she’s a Christian and with the Lord’s help, she can still get around.

Hats off to you Ms. Annie Duke on your 96th Birthday!

PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Flowery Branch wishes to recognize and honor Ms. Annie Duke on her 96th Birthday; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Duke has been a member of the Flowery Branch Community for over 70 years; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Duke has contributed many hours teaching children and adults alike at the First Baptist Church of Flowery Branch: and

WHEREAS, Ms. Duke has been an active member of the Flowery Branch Homemakers Club for over 50 years: and

WHEREAS, in 1959 “ 1968 Ms. Duke was a prominent business owner of Duke’s Produce in Flowery Branch and is famous for homemade jellies and jams that she continues to sell from her home; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Duke is loved by her family and her community:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of Flowery
Branch proclaims August 19th as Official Ms. Annie Duke Day in the City of Flowery Branch.
Adopted this 15th day of August 2007
City of Flowery Branch Officials