Douglas Duncan

I was referred to Doug Duncan while in college in 1970 by a professor at Sacramento State. I had applied to the treasury department for a job with Secret Service and had a number of questions of him at the time. He was able to answer those questions that assisted me down the right path. Secret Service was not hiring at the time and I joined the Customs Agency service in the Treasury Department. Doug Duncan`s advice led me on a career path that turned out to be very very interesting. I had...

We worked cases together in Sacramento. I had a high regard for him. Doug was very courageous.

"Uncle" Doug was a man's man. One thing he did was protect his soon-to-be-wife Mary's best friend, Betty Anne Koch...my mom...both at Berkeley High and at Cal. He was her Dutch Uncle and always protected her, including warning her about guys that might not be the greatest choice. When they built their cabin in Soda Springs right after we did, we spent many, many weekends at both cabins, having nothing but fun, and our parents having a blast! Betsy even taught me how to drive in the snow...

Doug always made you feel like you were the most important person in the room. He always had a welcoming spirit about him even if you had not seen him in a few years. We spent many long days, weeks, and months on assignment and he always had so many great stories to tell that help keep you sane till you got home again. It was an honor to serve with Doug.

My father, Justus Spillner considered Doug a dear friend. I am sorry we just learned of his passing. Condolences to all the family.

Doug was a man's man. His dedication to duty, his family was something to be desired. I had the privilege of of working with Doug during my tenure with the USSS. I know Doug is with Jesus. I feel honored to have known and worked with Doug.

A true gentleman, statesman, patriot and servant. I loved Uncle Doug with all my heart. I am so thankful my dad, Robert Newbrand, chose Doug to be my godfather. Doug always checked in on me, wrote me letters in college, remembered every birthday, sent me care packages and canned salmon! I remember calling the RV park in Alaska to wish him a happy birthday on a big year. His smile was so genuine, he was a great story-teller, but also an incredible listener. Doug loved his family and if you...

It's with love that we remember our friend Doug. With much kindness, compassion and patience, Doug helped us through an especially difficult time in our lives We will always be grateful for his help. We send our deepest condolences to Mary and the family and have you in our prayers.

Dear Mary and Family: I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. I have so many warm memories of Doug's kindness and compassion over the years after first meeting him through the Secret Service in 1970. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. With heartfelt sympathy. Betty Hamilton Whittinghill.