Richard E. "Duke" Donovan (May 29, 1901 – May 13, 1985) was an American speed skater who competed in the 1924 Winter Olympics.
He began speed skating as a young child, and competed many National and World competitions, as well as, the 1924 Olympics.
After the Olympics, Duke continued speed skating professionally in St. Paul at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds "Hippodome".
His wife Genevieve worked at the Fischer Nut Company, while their son, Richard "Augie" Donovan, went to Cretin School for boys.
Duke died on May 13, 1985, of complications due to kidney failure and continued dialysis.