Mr. Justin S. Dukette, 32, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at his residence.

     Justin was born in Hartford, CT on January 26, 1991, the son of Richard James IV and Stephanie (McAtee) Dukette.  He was a graduate of Frankfort High School, class of 2009.  He furthered his education at MVCC and received a degree as an Electrical Technician.  He was an employee of Pratt & Whitney with their local office in Clayville, NY.  Justin enjoyed many outside activities camping, kayaking and traveling.  He loved all kinds of music, but most of all attending live concerts or playing his guitar. Justin also in his spare time liked going to the gym to workout.

     He will be sadly missed by his adoring parents Richard and Stephanie Dukette, sister Shannon Dukette, New York Mills, brothers Ryan Dukette, Utica, Sean Dukette, Yorkville, paternal grandparents Richard III and Roberta Dukette, Utica, his girlfriend Rachelle Garamone, Utica, Uncles Dan Tabor and Steven McAtee special friend Chris Evans and several cousins and many friends.  He is predeceased by his maternal grandparents Kathlyn Maloon and Harold McAtee Sr. 

     Visitation for relatives and friends will be held on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 5-7PM, from the Heintz Funeral Services, Inc. 408 Herkimer Road, Utica, NY., The family will be planning a memorial mass at some time in the future.