James A. Duncan

Here's a poem someone passed on to me...seemed appropriate:

God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So He put his arms around you
And whispered, "Come to me."
With tearful eyes we watched you
And saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard-working hands at rest,
Our hearts were broken when God took you,
We know that He...

Although I never got to meet him, Jim's legacy lives on in his wife and children, and in us all. He gave many years to East Rockaway as a firefighter, and touched more lives than any of us can ever count or know. In his memory, as well as all those who have given of themselves and served for their country, those of us who remain carry on the continued support of our fellow man.

"Death is as light as a feather, duty heavier than a mountain."

Lan Mandragoran, The...

A month and a half has gone by and it still seems like a dream...we brought you Dad to the St.Patty's parade this year, held your card with you picture on it so you could see...even had you at the bar that night for a few drinks...and now my birthday has gone by as well without a happy birthday from you..just like last year since you had gotten your transplant only 2 days prior...I see you in my dreams and you tell me everything will be ok...I hope you're right..still, it seems unfair that...

I am so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I remember him with fondness, he always had a smile , a big wave and a friendly hello whenever I saw him. I will light a candle here for him in Ireland. Maybe he will see it as a big wave back to him. Sincere sympathy to Vicky, Kelly, Jimmy, and family.

One of my favorite childhood memories is having a sleepover in the van parked in front of the house the other one was the Late Great Danbury Fair

Pat and I send our deepest condolences on the passing of Jim. I can still remember when Jim and Ed were living above the old VFW on Main Street and playing with their trains. Then we grew older and time and interests separated us for awhile. Then as adults our jobs and passions brought us together again. He was always on the ambulance when I was at the scene of an aided case. He made my job easier by always having all the information I needed to complete my forms for the Police Dept. Everyone...

Jim

I know that you are resting peacefully now after what you went through - how brave you were.

My heart is very heavy knowing that you will not be with us here on earth, but I hope that you will shine upon us from where you are
resting, showing us the way.

You were a great friend, ex-chief, and human being - thanks for all that you offered me.

See you when the whistle blows........

Thank you to everyone who has sent cards, telephoned, came by or just said a prayer....we appreciate it very much...Kelly

I would like to express my deepest regret on the recent passing of Jim. My prayers are with you and your family.
He has been a great friend of mine for the past 5 years and the world will be harder without him here. I am very glad that got to see Jim on Monday morning I tried to tell him that he has been there for me when ever I needed him and that I loved him,I will miss him.
I wanted to always remember Jim by saying " I'll See Ya when the whistle Blows" Because he said it...