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Anne Duncan Obituary

Anne Bowers Duncan ALEXANDRIA - Anne Bowers Duncan, a resident of Alexandria, Va., died from a stroke Oct. 6, 2009, at Virginia Hospital Center. She is survived by her children, Doug Kuett, Allison K. Stover, Beth K. McNally and Janice C. McCormack. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Meghan and Cullen Shannon and Carrie and Ian McCormack; as well as her nephews, David and Andrew Bowers. Anne was born Nov. 1, 1931 in Coral Gables, Fla., to Earnest Bland Bowers and Charlotte Hopkins Bowers. Before graduating from the University of Miami, Anne was a majorette who once set the Orange Bowl on fire with her lighted baton. After graduation, she moved to Washington, D.C., to work for National Airlines where she met and married John A. Kuett. In short order she gave birth to four children, including a set of twins. This marriage ended in divorce. In 1974, she married her cherished John W. Duncan who predeceased her. She was also predeceased by her parents and her brother, David Bowers. Anne worked many years at the Mount Vernon Estate including managing the 1976 Bicentennial Sound and Light Show which was a gift to the United States from France. Later, she became a physician recruiter. After retiring to Virginia Beach she worked at Eastern Virginia Medical School assisting in the training of residents. One of Anne's greatest interests was politics. At various times she served as the president of the Mount Vernon Women's Democratic Club and as a member of the Eighth District Democratic Committee. She managed several state and local campaigns for Democratic candidates and often "recruited" her children as helpers thereby instilling in each of them a lifelong interest in politics. A celebration of her life will be held Friday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m. in Clark House, Annandale, Va., 703-827-0609, http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hprs/clarkhouse. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m. at Saint Aidan's Episcopal Church, Virginia Beach, 757-340-6459, http://www.aidanvbva.net. As Anne was a reading advocate, the family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations to First Book, an organization that supports reading for children, 1-866-393-1222, https://www. firstbook.org. Select "Get Involved" and "Donate."

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 13, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Anne Duncan

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16 Entries

Vanessa Hardy

February 19, 2025

My condolences to the family. After this many years. I didnt know your mom but the family that my dad worked for owned two of her prints the Werlitzer and the typwriter prints. My dad has passed as well and I just discovered these in my basement which Ive had since his passing in 2007. She did some amazing work I must say. Im happy to have them. Once again my condolences

Lynn Katz Danzig

December 20, 2013

Allison

It has been many years since we worked together at Xerox. I am so happy to have found you. My condolences on the loss of your mother.
Please contact me.

Christian Duncan

June 5, 2013

I am the Grand son of John Wesley Duncan and Son of David Drake Duncan. Anne Duncan was my Grandmother. I often find myself thinking about her. She was always a blessing to be around and I found her words very encouraging. She was just a Beautiful person. I miss her "Granny Anne"

Dan & Deborah Whitford

November 4, 2009

My husband Dan & I have been friends with Anne’s daughters, Beth and Allison, for more than twelve years and during that time we have been included in many family events and enjoyed the company of Anne and her wonderful family. Anne was the quintessential southern lady, ever gracious and charming, and she has left a legacy of which her family and friends can be proud. She will be greatly missed by those who were fortunate enough to be included in her circle of love and friendship.

Dave Coxe

October 22, 2009

Doug, Allison, Beth and Jan,

Having been friends with Doug since 2nd grade has been a priveledge that has enabled me to know your family as if I were one of the clan. I remember your mom as a bright, progressive, enthusiastic, witty, smart and charming - the qualities she shared with her children as gifts of the magi. She was a very special person who will be missed by all.

wayne stover

October 21, 2009

Anne is my sister-in-laws mom,and i had the pleasure of getting to know her at family get togethers and holidays. I found her to be very sharp , witty and kind--the type of person one feels at ease with immiediatly---and it seems she lived a fascinating, full and interesting life---she sure raised a great family.---wayne

Corinne Albano-Anderson

October 21, 2009

My deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Doug has been a dear friend for years and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.

Love,
Corinne

Michelle King

October 21, 2009

Billy and I have been good friends with Doug for many years. We want to express our heartfelt sympathy over the loss of your mother, Doug. She sounded like someone I would love in a minute if I met her! I didn't realize how wonderful she was until I read about her. What great memories you must have of her. Always keep her in your heart and she'll never leave you.
Love and prayers to you and your family.

October 19, 2009

Dear Family,
Anne was my best friend in college and also my sister-in-law after she married your dad, making me Aunt Pat.
Together we had some zany times. Etched in my memory is our disastrous dinner party one summer when my father, a hotel manager, offered us the penthouse for a few days. We decided to invite dates for dinner. Unfortunately, we left the spaghetti sauce on the stove under a sunny window for several hours while we went to the beach. Shortly after dinner our dates disappeared one after the other. Puzzled, we went to bed wondering what had happened to them. Toward morning we awakened to severe food poisoning. Out mothers collected us and nursed us back to health.

I regret a missed opportunity to be with your mother a few years ago. We'd planned to go to my condo in Kitty Hawk for a week together. Something prevented that from happening although I no longer remember just what.

All my best to you during this difficult time.

Love,
Pat Wellington aka Aunt Pat

Wanda Duncan

October 19, 2009

May the Good Lord bless you and keep your family close to His Heart. The prayers of David D. Duncan (son of John Duncan), Wanda Z. Duncan (wife of David Duncan) grandchildren Christian, Adam, Tarah (wife of Adam) & Jonathan Duncan and great grandchildren Riley & Noah are offered to ease your sorrow.

Kim & Mark Wilkerson

October 15, 2009

Keeping you all in our prayers. A light has gone dim here on earth but there is a special star in the heavens shining a bit brighter. You Mom was a very special lady.

Denise Murden

October 15, 2009

I didn't know Anne, but her son Doug is a good friend of mine, and if nothing else, I know that she did a fine job of raising him into a kind and decent man. I've heard Doug speak about his mom many times over the past 15 years that I've known him, and I know that there was a deep connection between them. Doug always spoke of her with pride. I was unaware of her many accomplishments until I read her obituary, and I can see she would have been quite a woman to know! My deepest sympathy goes out to all of her family and friends on the loss of this very special lady.

Georgann Delling

October 13, 2009

You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was one of oldest and dearest friends. She will be missed!
Love to you all,
Georgann Delling

Georgann Delling

October 13, 2009

Dear Family,
Anne was one of my oldest and dearest friends. We lived around the corner from each other in Coral Gables, Florida. I knew the family well. She and I were in each others weddings. We saw each other over the years. I was sad to learn of her massive stroke. The world was a better place because she was in it. I will miss having her in this world with me, but know I'll see her in our future lives.
You children and grandchildren were so loved by your mother! You have my deepest sympathy.
Georgann

Dennis Bowers

October 13, 2009

Dear Allison, Beth, Jan, and Doug,

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We all look forward to the promise outlined at John 5:28,29. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and in my heart

Joanna

October 13, 2009

Dear Allison, Beth, Jan, and Doug,
I feel so fortunate to have known your lovely mother for the last 11 years. She so enjoyed family get-togethers, conversations about national and local politics, holiday celebrations and rituals, and sharing stories about her children and grandchildren that illustrated her pride in her family. She will be dearly missed by all of the Stovers. Love, Joanna

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