Duncan P. Schiedt

I met Duncan years ago - I think at the Cleveland IAJRC Convdention organized by my good friend, Jim Stincic - another tragic loss to us and the world. Duncan also gave me jazz photos to use in my third grade class as part of my ongoing efforts to bring jazz music alive for young children. He was super helpful and as we all know, warm, funny, endearing. He helped me during the Bozy White tragedy and provided a classic photograph of Bozy for use in Bozy's book on Bunny. I wish more than...

Cameron, I know you of course from Lockheed and through my sister Gail and Kenny Sears at outside events. When Gail told me about your father, I read everything I could about him. What a wonderful man! I'm pretty sure I see some of his upbeat personality in you! I am sorry for your loss but am grateful that you had such a thoughtful, talented person in your life.

I had the pleasure of meeting Duncan in the early 90's. He gave me a call and offered some pictures of Yank Rachell and Sleepy John Estes. Upon meeting Duncan, you knew immediately the you were in the presence of a complete gentlemen, that put others ahead of himself. His knowledge of jazz and blues was astounding as were his photographs. Later, in the 90's, I was fortunate enough to play a job with him and was equally impressed with his musicianship. It was one of the finest memories...

My deep condolences to Duncan's family. What a great guy. He sent me a pile of jazz photos, book, calendars to use in my third grade classroom. We had many good conversations and correspondence. He was always one of the hippest cats around. He helped me during the murder of Bozy White with classic Bozy photos. I wish I had gotten to spend more time with Duncan. They don't make 'em like that any more. Janet Harrison

A good man who did a lot of great work. I will miss him very much.

Duncan was the sweetest, most intelligent of men. He will be sorely missed by our family.