John Duncan Obituary

John Duncan, "Unc" was born in Jay, Okla. and passed away in Sacramento, Calif. He grew up in Arbuckle and graduated from Pierce High School in 1957. He attended Yuba College and Sac State University. He loved attending Pierce High School football games and was their statistician for many years. He worked for the State of California Employment Development Dept. as a Tax Administrator for 40 years, retiring in 2000. He loved bluegrass music; he served on the Board of the California Bluegrass Association and was recognized as their official Goodwill Ambassador. "Unc" was also a member of two bluegrass bands. He loved attending Bluegrass festivals all over the country.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Rilla Duncan, and his sisters and brother. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved bluegrass community.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the Arbuckle Cemetery, Arbuckle Calif.

Published by Willows Journal from Jun. 22 to Jun. 29, 2013.
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John and I each bought basses together from the 5th String about 30 years ago. He wanted to learn slap bass many years ago. Hope he got it down & using it now, making the angels smile. John was a purebred bass player. I know now that John was "instruemtal" in me & this bass finding each other last week. Its a fixer-upper Kay. Thank you, John. I love you, Pat

Pat Moast

July 25, 2013

I went to Elementary and High School with John and always considered him a very special friend. I will certainly miss you friendship, John.

Jolene (Kley) Dodd

June 27, 2013

Our prayers go out to the Duncan Family:John graduated with my older brother, Gary-in loving memory, Gary,Larry,Randy,Dick-The Descombaz Brothers, Pierce High Graduates

Randy Descombaz

June 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Duncan Family.God Bless all of you!

Linda Lopez

June 24, 2013

John was so nice and hosted many picking parties at his house. I was honored to be invited to some of those and be his friend.

Phil Boerner

June 24, 2013

John had amazing qualities, some of which included his leadership style. John was revered by many and will most certainly be missed.

Risa Pervier-Sawhill

June 24, 2013

John was a patient teacher, a humble man, and a caring individual. John left an inspiring imprint with his EDD family; he will be missed by all who knew him.

Pamelia Edwards

June 24, 2013

John was definitely a man who stood out among his peers; he was highly regarded for his knowledge, patience, kindness, and loyalty. Rest in peace, dear friend.

Marvin & Elaine Del Chiaro

June 23, 2013

I appreciated John's friendship, help, and assistance. I always enjoyed talking to him and pray John, that you are playing all your favorite tunes! I want to thank John for his patience and his willingness to share his vast knowledge with everyone he knew. God Bless you my friend! You will be greatly missed.

Marshall Conner

June 22, 2013

Cheryl Dye

June 22, 2013

John

You will truly be missed! Have fun with all the bluegrass players in Heaven! RIP!

Gary Krohn

June 22, 2013

John was a friend and mentor to me and taught me nearly everything I know about tax law (his knowledge was encyclopedic). He was as kind and generous a man as you will ever meet. Godspeed, John Duncan!

Don Hughes

June 22, 2013

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