Duncan Oaks Howard

Duncan Oaks Howard Farmington, Utah Duncan Oaks Howard passed away peacefully in his sleep early in the morning, Sunday, October 05, 2008.Duncan was born on December 27, 1985 to Troy Lyndon Howard and Sydnie Marie Oaks Howard. He attended Kaysville Elementary, Columbia Elementary, Farmington Elementary, Farmington Jr. High and graduated from Davis High School. He also participated in the Davis District STEPS program. Duncan has been our "Sunshine" for nearly 23 years. Although he was confined to a wheelchair all of his life due to Cerebral Palsy, he lived a fulfilling and amazing life. While Duncan's condition created challenges, it didn't prevent him from going on campouts, many family trips (including Nauvoo and Palmyra), Boy Scout Camps, boating trips with family friends, and even riding Space Mountain at Disneyland and much more. Duncan was known by many and touched countless lives with his indomitable spirit and his wonderful smile and sense of humor. His bedroom was filled with posters, photos and various other memorabilia from his life's experiences. He had the wonderful experience of participating in five High School musicals, which he treasured. Over the five years that he participated in the musical productions at Davis High, he was blessed with a special bond and relationship with his teachers and many classmates. Duncan's favorite color was orange. He wore an orange shirt every day, his wheelchair was orange, his bedroom was orange. He loved the color orange! He had a special relationship with Greyson, his only sibling. But he was surrounded by many cousins that were just as close as brothers and sisters and he cherished every moment that he could spend with them, which was often. A special part of his life was his niece, Londyn. In his eyes, she could do no wrong. She affectionately called him "Dunky". Duncan was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His testimony of his Savior, Jesus Christ, was strong and unwavering. He was always extremely sensitive to spiritual situations. His desire to "choose the right" was constant and never failed. Duncan is survived by his parents, his brother and sister-in-law, Greyson Troy Howard (Oakley); his niece, Londyn, whom he adored; his grandmother, Carolee Oaks; his grandparents, Don and Geri Howard; and many dear aunts, uncles and cousins that were all very close to him and he loved very much. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Tom Oaks. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Farmington North Stake Center, 729 W. Shepard Lane, Farmington, where friends and family are invited to visit from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Russon Brothers Mortuary, 1941 N. Main, Farmington, Utah. A scholarship fund has been set up at Davis High School in memory of Duncan for outstanding seniors in the performing arts. Those wishing to donate can contact Davis High School's office.