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Duncan was born at the "Toll House' in Gourock, Scotland to Jesse and Duncan Cameron.
Duncan epitomized the spirit of adventure and creativity in his long life.
Coming of age during the time of the blitz and being fascinated with aircraft, Duncan longed to join the Royal Air Force. Being a bit too young he began an apprenticeship as a scientific instrument maker. Part of his duties he was to be a look out for enemy planes. This is where he became an expert at plane recognition.
At 17 Duncan left his job to join the flying corps. Shortly afterwards he soloed in a Tiger Moth in record time.
At 18 he was able to join Bomber Command squadron 83 as a flight engineer.
After the war he served a short stint as police officer in Greenock but his passion for the air force drew him back.
He re-enlisted and took part in the Berlin airlift and the Malayan war. He flew all over the world and experienced many cultural adventures. The highlight of his peacetime career was spending 4 months flying Lancaster's for the movie "The Dam Busters". He recalled crouching on the Lancaster cockpit floor working the controls while the actor "Richard Todd" acted as the actual pilot waving out the window. It was a thrilling time with some incredibly dangerous stunt flying.
In 1955 Duncan married the love of his life Joyce and they began the next adventure. They sailed to Canada in 1957 aboard the Britannic. Landing in Halifax they worked their way across Canada eventually settling in the Vancouver area where they raised their two sons Ewen and Donald.
Duncan was a runner, boat builder, sailor, fisherman, photographer, furniture maker, Inventor and musician
Duncan retired From the BC Hydro Gas division as a Superintendent.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His stories and laughter filled us with joy. His dedication and devotion as a husband and father inspired us.
A private celebration of life will be held Feb 21. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice in Duncan's name.
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Wayne and Carmel Creasey
March 5, 2015
In August last year I had the pleasure of finally meeting my Uncle Duncan.
From my early childhood I was aware that Aunty Joyce had married a Scotsman and that they were living in Canada with their two sons Ewen and Donald. For a boy growing up it was very exciting to have a Scottish uncle who was not only an aviator but one who flew in Lancaster bombers.
Duncan became a legendary figure, especially after mum and dad (Joyce's brother) took my brothers and me as kids to see "The Dambusters".
In later years mum and dad travelled to Canada to visit Joyce and Duncan. Duncan enjoyed better health those days, and he and Joyce spared nothing in showing my parents all the places of interest in beautiful British Columbia. They returned with stories about Duncan and what a keen sense of humour he had.
More recently my wife Carmel and I had the good fortune to spend some time in Lincoln UK and there we saw the "White Hart" Hotel where Joyce and Margaret once worked not far from Lincoln Cathedral. We also saw the small alcove nearby where Duncan proposed to Joyce.
While in Canada last year it was great to sit with Duncan and the rest of the family to hear more stories about Duncan's exploits - the places he had been and the adventures he was involved in. I came away full of respect and admiration for a man who obviously enjoyed life and lived it to the full. It was a privilege to have met him.
I know Duncan will be greatly missed by Joyce, their family and all who knew him.
Herb Croft
February 2, 2015
Sad to hear about the passing of Duncan
He will always be remembered by me for his support for a young Instrument Salesman at Burrard Thermal and B.C. Gas
My sincere condolences to all his family
Herb Croft
February 2, 2015
Sad to hear about the passing of Duncan
He will always hold a strong affection for me
Duncan was instrumental for my being hired with B C Hydro Gas Division, working under his supervision in the Victoria gas Plant
So many good stories about his flying, Police duties and Fishing experiences
Duncan was an ideal supervisor, full of practical ideas and a great understanding of human nature
I will always remember our times spent together and the stories we shared
My sincere condolences to all his family
Ken Andrews
Margaret and Peter
January 31, 2015
To Joyce and all the family, including Joyce's sister, Margaret, in Australia, who was so fond of Duncan, we send our condolences. Yes, Duncan will be missed…
But - do you know what? He's now "dancing the skies on laughter-silvered wings". Already he's done "a hundred things we have not dreamed of".
As Jim Knight says,
Happy Landing, Duncan.
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January 31, 2015
I was very saddened to hear of Dunc's passing today especially since I've thought many times of looking him up to reminisce. I met Dunc at BC Hydro Gas Division where I and the other instrument techs thoroughly enjoyed his RAF (and other) stories. He was an awesome boss even though he told me I would never be an air force pilot because I failed his "pencil test"!!
Good news Dunc - you don't have to worry about the engines falling off the wings on this mission!!
Our sincerest condolences to Joyce and family.
Jim & Bonnie Howe
Jim Knight
January 31, 2015
I look at it this way ...... after a long, fascinating and enriched life, my old friend Duncan has flown off into the big blue yonder, something that was such a huge part of his earlier life.
I loved spending time with him and enjoyed listening to his RAF stories. He was such a passionate man, and
I shall treasure those moments shared with him.
Happy landing, my dear friend.
Jim Knight.
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