Duncan Craig Q.C. 1914-2005 LENNOX

LENNOX, Duncan Craig Q.C. 1914-2005
On September 29, 2005 Duncan Craig Lennox Q.C., LL.B., Lieutenant Commander RCNVR WWII, passed away at the age of 91 years. He leaves to mourn his loving wife Freda and his six children: Craig (Bette) of Denver Co., Robert of Oakville, Carla (Gerald) of Caledon, Shelley (Norman) of Minneapolis, Mn, George (Madeleine) of Toronto, Bruce (Laurie) of Fernie, B.C. and his eleven grandchildren. His greatest joy was his family; his presence, wisdom, and good humour will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Duncan was born on May 28, 1914 in Winnipeg, the only child of Maud and George Lennox and was a lifelong resident of the city. He received his early schooling at St. John's College School. He attended the University of Manitoba where he graduated with Bachelor of Science and Law degrees. He was called to the Manitoba bar in 1940.

He enlisted in the Royal Canadian Naval Reserve in 1940 and saw five and a half years service at sea during the Second World War, including duty as an Executive Officer aboard escort ships in the North Atlantic and Northern Approaches, retiring as Lieutenant Commander. Those who knew Duncan well would not be surprised that his hockey skates and golf clubs always accompanied him on sea duty. In 1946, Duncan married Freda McEwen of Maxville, Ontario, a WRCNS officer he met while in the Navy.

In civilian life, Duncan had a long and distinguished career in the law. He was solicitor for the Veterans Land Act before joining the City of Winnipeg's legal department. He was appointed Queen's Counsel in 1966 and was appointed City Solicitor for Winnipeg in 1971. He appeared at all levels of courts including the Supreme Court of Canada. Following his retirement in 1979, he sat on the Manitoba Municipal Board. In 1967 Duncan was awarded the Centennial Medal for service to the Nation.

Duncan's humility, concern for others, honesty and integrity informed all aspects of his life.

Funeral services will be held at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 130 Nassau St. N., Winnipeg on Thursday October 6 at 11:00 a.m. If so desired the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in Duncan's name.