Alan Vannington Duncan

To Alan's Family

In exploring some documents from my childhood, I found an assessment that Alan conducted as my school district's psychologist when I was 9 years old (20 years ago). I was inspired to reach out, as the assessment brought me to tears. I struggled tenderly with my mental health as a child, and for many years as an adult avoided reading my psychological assessments for fear of re-igniting the trauma of feelings alone and misunderstood. I've spent many years growing and...

Hello Anne/Nancy--I'm sad to read of Alan's passing in the SC Alumni notes. I can see that he was talented, generous, loving, and well-loved.I was touched to see that he named his boat for your dad. I remember being at your wedding; you've both been blessed to have spent many years together! Love and condolences and to you and your family--Tracy Gibbons

Alan was a valued and important teammate of mine on the S.C. freshman basketball team in 1963. A good memory of mine as we went 17 - 3 that year. RIP Alan Paul Wagner-Schaeffer

Anne and family. So very sorry to hear about Alan. He was a lovely man.

Alan was a sensitive and gentle person. I remember him as a dedicated educator. My heartfelt condolences to my dear friend Anne and her family. Karen Vandersloot-Richards

To the Duncan Family. Alan was a colleague in Suffield but also helped guide our son in the early days of his schooling. Such a kind, dedicated and caring soul who made the world a better, and happier, place. My deepest condolences to his family and friends!

Dear Jessica and family, My heart & thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Love, Ellen in RI

We are honored to have known such a wondrous man. He will forever be in our hearts ! We are grateful that our paths were lucky enough to have crossed. Our sincere condolences to Anne , Abby & Jess.

Alan went from Peace Corps buddy to life-long friend. There could not be a better, more honest or more honorable person. Descansa en paz, Jefe.