A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ryan was a son of the late Kenneth Michael Dukes and Vicki Heilig Dukes. On Friday, two key witnesses took the stand: the forensic biologist who tested the glove found at Tara Grinstead's home and the forensic anthropologist brought in who helped find Grinstead's buried remains. We know who did," defense attorney John Merchant said. Brooke Sheridan: I said, "You have to talk to me. Bo was sentenced to 25 years in prison. "We will always hate what this defendant did to Tara and to the people who loved her," she said. we all wanted to do something that we could do to help There were flyers. And Bo Dukes himself spoke directly to Tara's family: BO DUKES: To the Tara Grinstead family, I'm truly sorry. The couple broke things off but stayed in touch. "Two men who had no regard for a beautiful, loving person took her life. Down to about 20 fragments of bone. Ryan Duke took the stand Tuesday and immediately denied murdering Grinstead, claiming he didn't know how she died. Both men are awaiting trial in a neighboring county on charges related to burning Tara's body. Jannis Paulk, who knows the family, paints a different picture of Bo. You have funeral questions, we have answers. You need to own what you've done and confess," Sheridan told "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant in 2017. Ryan Duke testified he drove from Fitzgerald to Ocilla in an unsuccessful attempt to return Grinstead's wallet, and he left Bo Dukes in the trailer. A jury found Ryan Duke not guilty of murder but guilty of concealing her body. They wanted the state to fund the expenses for people like private investigators and expert witnesses for Ryan. Visitation: Friday, Feb. 17th from 4 - 8 p.m. at B.E. SHELLHOUSE RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC. At the time, Ryan Duke and Bo Dukes were 21 years old. ", Brooke Sheridan: He says, "I just want her family to know. Jannis Paulk: FindTara.com. And that was corroborated. I was a drug addict I'd been drinking. Browning had been the last . Rothwell said the GBI never followed up after their names appeared in an investigative summary. He was a graduate of A In addition to his parents, Ryan was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Jason Dukes, paternal grandfather, E. Kenneth Dukes; maternal grandparents, David Leon and Mamie Rae Lundsford Heilig and an aunt, Cindy Dukes Darr. It was reactionary. Send Flowers. It was updated on August 20, 2022.]. "He actually made the motion in the interview and put his hands up like this mimicking how he held her body," GBI Agent Jason Shoudel said. "There were some days that the heartache was so great we could barely even function," she said. It just wasn't what I wanted. Somebody has abducted her and holding her somewhere hostage. The last witness in the case was GBI Agent Mitchell Posey, who was brought in to prove Duke wasnt lying in his 2017 recorded confession, "The question was How did you identify Tara? The answer was The pictures on the wall," Posey said, "Ryan is the one talking about the G&G in front of it. Maria Woods Harper: They've had a really hard time. Marcus Harper: Somebody pulled me to the side, and they were like, "Listen, you know, there's been some things said bringin' up your military past, bringin' up how you're Trained to kill" . As Jannis recalls, early on, suspicion focused on the men in Tara's life. Receive a notification when services are updated. "Over the course of the last three weeks reliving this heinous act that Ryan Alexander Duke committed ripped open the wounds," Gattis told the court before calling Duke "evil," "sneaky dangerous," and a "vile human. Maria Woods Harber: Tara really did want to get back with Marcus. . Maria Woods Harber: She's been an inspiration. John McCullough: And it had this very, you know, attractive woman on it. He said Bo Dukes admitted to killing her. He was a graduate of Aiken High School and received his bachelor's degree from USC Aiken. Incredibly, McCullough says, no one returned his calls. Neptune Society is the largest provider of affordable cremation services in the nation. Maria Woods Harber: She was charismatic, determined, a beautiful personality. I know who killed Tara Grinstead or had a part of it. "It was built out in the area where there just should not have been a fire," Hudson said. 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Marcus Harper: It was like a calling. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at https://www.nationalcremation.com/location/irving- for the Drakes family. "I was stealing from her purse and she snuck up on me. The morning started with testimony from Bill Barrs with the Ocilla Police Department, who was tasked with checking Grinsteads home. A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ryan was a son of the late Kenneth Michael Dukes and Vicki Heilig Dukes. But when he took the witness stand during his trial, he insisted he was innocent. Duke says he didnt know Grinstead other than the fact that she was a teacher at the high school. Visitation: Saturday, Feb. 18th from 9 a.m. until the 11 a.m. funeral hour at Mt. Her colleagues at the school where she worked called the Ocilla Police Department to check on the 11th-grade teachers home. Ryan said he was afraid Bo would hurt him or his family. All rights reserved. OCILLA, Ga. Editor's Note: The video in this story is archive footage from our coverage of the case in the mid-2010s. Funeral homes; Help and advice. Sympathy Ideas. Yet both these demands were denied by the court. She could tell you anything to make you feel better. A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ryan was a son of the late Kenneth Michael. But again, as far as she knew, it went nowhere. Please contact your local Neptune Society office for cremation prices, and to learn more about our cremation service. He said they had talked about getting together that Sunday, but Tara never answered her phone. Maria Woods Harber: She was an excellent teacher. I mean, she had the biggest smile. Bo got in big trouble while in the Army. His hope for mercy was dashed. Sometime in the night, Bo and Ben left while he and Stephen were sleeping. "I cant lie. Ryan Duke is standing trial for Grinsteads murder. Before the sentencing, Connie Grinstead, Tara Grinstead's stepmother, told the judge that "for over 11 years we went to bed every night wondering where Tara was and every morning we woke up with the same question - where is she?". Then, there was Tara's ex-boyfriend, Marcus Harper. If convicted of murder, Duke faces an automatic sentence of life in prison. Maria Woods Harber: Tara had a boyfriend for a long time And during the summer of 2005, they broke up. Maria Woods Harber: She was such a good person She just didn't deserve it. He was a graduate of Aiken High School and received his bachelors degree from USC Aiken. Thanks to the loyal support of generations of families, we've now grown to 45 locations nationwide with continued expansion in the future. But there was more Brooke says Bo then admitted his own involvement in the crime, saying: Brooke Sheridan: "And I helped him burn her body.". We pray that people will remember that the defendant was not the victim. His lawyers demanded the case be thrown out as the statute of limitations had already passed before asking for the trial to be moved to another venue in Irwin County. Two months later, in February 2007, McCullough says he called three police departments in Georgia including Ocilla, where he left a voice message saying: John McCullough: "This is John McCullough. Peter Van Sant: Was it an emotional moment for you to realize someone had been arrested after all that time? Year after year passed with no arrests. She snuck up on me and I hit her. Maria Woods Harber: Yes. One witness, Heath Dykes, testified to having a relationship with Grinstead while his was married. Aiken, SC RYAN DUKES OBITUARY Ryan Dukes Aiken, - MICHAEL RYAN DUKES, 43, died April 26, 2018. Stephen S. Dukes, 61, of York Haven died Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Select Specialty Hospital, Camp Hill. Peter Van Sant: This really affects you, though, talking about this. Maria Woods Harber: She was absolutely elegant onstage. On Monday, the state rested its case, but not before calling GBI agents and a forensic specialist to the stand. A native of Concord, NC, Vicki was a daughter of the late David Leon and Mam . Combined services will be held at Antioch M.B.C., 2033 W. Congress Ave. on Saturday March. My condolences to the family. I didn't believe him. Jurors also heard from a latent fingerprint examiner who came in 2017 to try to identify and confirm the prints found on a glove in Grinstead's yard. Funeral Home Services for Ray are being provided by Alexander Funeral Home, Inc. - Charlotte. It was part of town gossip that they had gotten into an argument after Marcus had come back to town earlier than expected that October. Weeks later she called the GBI to turn in the boyfriend she loved. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Aiken SPCA Albrecht Center for Animal Welfare (www.letlovelive.org) or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). Ryan Duke took the stand Tuesday and immediately denied murdering Grinstead, claiming he didn't know how she died. Ryan Duke's attorneys believe their client's testimony was key in this case. Not guilty of malice murder and he was acquitted of all charges relating to Tara's murder convicted only of concealing her death. Grinstead graduated from Middle Georgia College and began teaching at Irwin County High School in Ocilla in 1998. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Brooke Sheridan: He said, "You've heard of the Tara Grinstead case?" JOHN DUKES OBITUARY John Lewis Dukes John Lewis Dukes, 64 of Monroe, Louisiana, an automotive service writer, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015. And this time, the whole world seemed to be listening. Both men were surprising suspects to the cops, who claimed that theyd never came up on the radar. Bo told them that he and Ryan had burned Taras body at the Hudson Pecan Company pecan orchard, and when the area was searched, some human bone fragments were found. Peter Van Sant: How many times did you call the GBI over what period of time and you still didn't get any . And she snuck up on me and I hit her. AIKEN, SC - MICHAEL RYAN DUKES, 43, died April 26, 2018. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Our prayer and sympathy are with the Dukes family ,may you find peace through pray, doing your time of grief. GARLAN LOTT: The statement that I recall was, 'We killed and burned her body.". In closing, as Tara's family looked on, the prosecution held to their argument that Ryan had told the truth back in 2017. Bo Dukes who years earlier had sat in Tara Grinstead's class was arrested and charged not with murder, but with concealing a death, hindering the apprehension of a criminal, and lying to investigators. But police noted that her purse and keys were missing. Brooke Sheridan: I was felt like I was gonna be sick. IRWIN COUNTY, Ga. - An emotionaltrial in Irwin Countyconcluded Monday with a judge sentencing Ryan Duke to the maximum sentence of 10 years in prison - with five years already served. On the glove they not only identified Tara's DNA, but that of an unknown male. But after he broke down to Brooke, she told Bo it was time to tell the truth. Bo Dukes comes from a prominent family that owned a huge pecan orchard in the Ocilla area. Browse Troy local obituaries on Legacy.com. That tip went nowhere. McCullough said he called authorities but they never followed up. Ryan Dukes Aiken, - MICHAEL RYAN DUKES, 43, died April 26, 2018.A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ryan was a son of the late Kenneth Michael Dukes and Vicki Heilig Dukes. A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Cindy was a daughter of Vera Ballentine Dukes and the late Ernest Kenneth Dukes. A search of Grinsteads home revealed some oddities: her cellphone was still connected to a charger by the nightstand, her keys and purse were missing and her bedside clock was on the floor and was six hours off. Maria Woods Harber: This is where Tara Grinstead lived in 2005. At one. It turned out that he had completed his education from the Irwin County High School, which is where Tara used to work, three years before she went missing, and they might have come in contact there. An interesting turn of events came when Ryans 11-page confession, where hed detailed everything thatd transpired on that fateful evening, came to light. He testified that Bo Dukes told him he had killed Tara Grinstead but Ryan did not know how she died. I am so sorry. Maria Woods Harber: I've had to come to a conclusion that I'm just gonna have to live the rest of my life not knowing. He was the owner operator of Dukes Tax Service and Taxxman Payroll Solutions. Ryan was born April 23, 1981. Born in Columbia, SC, Mike was a son of Vera Ballentine Dukes and the late Ernest Kenneth Dukes. Powered by WordPress.com VIP. He said Bo Dukes admitted to killing her. that's where she set her roots. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Ryan then allegedly went back to her house to move her remains to the orchard using Bos truck. In 2017, more than 11 years after Tara vanished, Brooke Sheridan came forward with a potential answer. I can't live with myself. We are not authorized to file an initial application for Veterans' Aid and Attendance benefits on your behalf, or to represent you before the Board of Veterans' Appeals within the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in any proceeding on any matter, including an application for that benefits. GBI AGENT: So, by Friday, there's nothing left? RYAN DUKE [GBI interview played at trial]: I can't lie. Of the six charges, Duke was found guilty of one count of concealing Grinstead's death. | All testimonials are written by persons unlicensed and not qualified to make funeral arrangements, embalm or conduct a funeral. Peter Van Sant: And what is it about him that you love? AIKEN, SC - MICHAEL RYAN DUKES, 43, died April 26, 2018. She was radiant. And the one we didn't want to think about was somebody killed her. Peter Van Sant: The kind of guy you want to share a foxhole with, right? In his own recorded words, Duke walked GBI investigators through how he killed, burned and buried Tara Grinstead. Superior Court Judge Bill Reinhardt said. My deepest condolences to my church family, may God give you all the strength and peace during your time of sorrow. Ryan Duke had told investigators in 2017 he killed Tara Grinstead and helped burn her body. DEFENSE: We know the State hasn't brought a single witness to tell you it was on the ground before Monday morning. Tillitski testified that Duke was sleep-deprived and there were drugs in his system when he confessed in 2017. He later not only confided his secret to Bo but also asked for help to burn the body. The door was locked. Shaheen Tokhi and David Dow are the associate producers. 83 Peacefully passed away on February 23, 2023. A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ryan was a son of the late Kenneth Michael Dukes and Vicki Heilig Dukes. That was after investigators finally reached out to John McCullough. They burned her body. Ryan Duke said he wouldn't have recognized who it was if Bo Dukes hadn't told him. Prosecutors asked Rothwell why no one followed up on a tip naming Ryan Duke and Bo Dukes as suspects. Maybe because I'm a nobody. He said Bo Dukes was "almost excited, cheerful," when they went to move Grinstead's body. He was a family friend married, with kids who would later testify that he and Tara were having an affair. An Irwin County Probate judge declared Grinstead dead in absentia in December 2010. PROSECUTOR OPENING: This case is about Bo's lies it's about Bo's concealment that his best friend, Ryan, had killed Tara Grinstead and then they both burn the body. Peter Van Sant: What were some of the theories as to what had happened to Tara? I'm not gonna shy away to the fact that I was I was bitter. Let others know about your loved one's death. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Searching obituaries is a great place to start your family tree research. Peter Van Sant: One said she had clothes on, the other said she did not. Sign the Guest Book. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Age. Another video shown shows Duke leading investigators to where he says he dumped and burned her body. But what about that latex glove with Ryan's DNA on it found in Tara's front yard? Brooke Sheridan: He said, "That's something that only God and Ryan know." Brooke Sheridan: It was something very dark and I I chalked it up to, you know, serving his time in the military. Born in Columbia, SC, Mike was a son of Vera Ballentine Dukes and the late Ernest Kenneth Dukes. Peter Van Sant: This was the man she thought she'd build a life with. The returned to the orchard once, where the ashes looked like a small campfire. In an interview with the GBI, Bo Dukes said he was ready to end the secret he had kept for years, and went into detail. The defense argued the prosecution has no evidence tying Duke to the house that night and Duke's confession was made under the influence of medication. Ryan Duke testified he "passed out" after a night of drinking before Tara Grinstead allegedly died. The GBI was overwhelmed with tips at the time and this one slipped through the cracks. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. The defense called a psychologist, Dr. Christopher Tillitski, who evaluated Ryan Duke in 2019. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories and thoughts in the Guestbook for your loved one. BO DUKES [GBI interview]: Again, I didn't believe him he asked me to come with him out to to the pecan orchard. While Reinhardt acknowledged that Duke seemed remorseful on the stand, he pointed out Dukes' decision to not tell anyone had an impact on Grinstead's family and friends. Connie Grinstead argued that the family pleaded and begged for any news about Tara for years and that Duke's "silence was deafening.". Survivors include his grandmother, Vera Ballentine Dukes; aunts, Cheri McGee (Wayne), Debbie Wallace (David), all of Aiken, Linda Tinney (Mel), Pepin, WI, Pamela Clark (Rick), Ridgeville, SC; uncle, Jeff Dukes (Debbie), Aiken. He testified he could tell the body was a woman's, wearing a t-shirt and some type of jogging pants. Ryan Duke was sentenced to 10 years in prison for concealing the death of Tara Grinstead. Dukes invited McCullough to Ocilla to spend Christmas with his family. That was the last time Ryan Duke said he saw Tara Grinstead's body. Peter Van Sant: What time did she go home? The trial of the man accused of killing Tara Grinstead 16 years ago has been pushed back into 2022. Marcus Harper: She obviously wanted to get married. And what she had to say implicated a man whose name had repeatedly been given to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. He eventually went to court in 2022, with the central defense being hed given a false confession in 2017, partially owing to the fact he was afraid of his former friend Bo. He claims he realized this after she was dead. Speaking in court before Ryan Dukes' sentencing, Anita Gattis said her sister's disappearance threw her family into ''an out-of-control spiral'' that they've never escaped. I cant live with myself Im so sick of this," Duke said in a recorded video. And as they were driving around town, a billboard caught his eye. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. The state focused on Ryan Duke's 2017 recorded confession to GBI agents. An Irwin County jury read not guilty verdicts on five o the six charges against Duke: malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault and burglary. Jannis Paulk: It was Bo Dukes and Ryan Duke. As for his alibi, Ryan claimed that he had been at his mobile home in Fitzgerald the entire night. Maria Woods Harber: So, when I came back out of the house, I saw right out from the front door, there was a latex glove. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Ryan Duke came into the picture of the Tara Grinstead case when he was charged with her murder in 2017, twelve years after her sudden disappearance. Your long suffering has been unimaginable. PROSECUTION: The man in THAT chair, confessed to the murder of Tara Grinstead. . Celebrate the life of Ryan Drakes, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information. Investigators say Ryan confessed to killing Grinstead. High School and received his bachelor & # x27 ; s degree from Aiken. 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