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Elissa "Lynne" Duncan

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Published by Legacy Remembers from May 16 to May 17, 2009.

DUNCAN , Elissa "Lynne" Elissa "Lynne" Duncan of Calgary passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at the age of 73 surrounded by love. Lynne is survived by her two adoring children and their spouses, Dean and Shawn Duncan and Lesley and Mike Scullion. She adored her five grandchildren, Jessica, Rebecca, Jack, Caiden and Brenna who will miss her loving ways immensely. Lynne also leaves behind her only sister, Joan Max, to whom she was very close and Joan's sons, David (Heather, Matthew and Taylor) and Ken Orey (Debbie, Megan and Jason) and cousin, Ken Newton of Port Alberni, BC. She is also survived by a number of beloved nieces, nephews and family members on the Duncan side of the family and lots of friends who will miss her terribly. Lynne was born in the small coal mining town of Mercoal, Alberta. She and her family moved to a number of coal mining areas ending up in the Crowsnest Pass and finally in Calgary. Lynne graduated from the Calgary General Hospital School of Nursing in 1957, eventually completed her nursing degree and taught nursing for a number of years in Edmonton and Calgary. She was very proud of her profession and met many great friends along the way. Lynne also loved to play bridge, travel, see movies and spend time with her friends and family. Lynne became a Christian in the early 1970's and remained faithful until her death. She found great comfort in knowing that she would be with the Lord upon her passing. Special thanks to Dr. Ward, Dr. Marc Webster, Dr. Taing, Nurses Nancy and Carol and all the caring Nurses, Doctors and staff at the Chinook Hospice. Funeral Services will take place on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at North West Family Church (10307 Eamon Road N.W., Calgary) with Pastor Holly Ramdial officiating. Reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall. A Graveside Service will be held at Eden Brook Memorial Gardens (17 Avenue and Lower Springbank Road S.W.) at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded by visiting www.leydens.com . Memorial donations may be made in Lynne Duncan's name to the Alberta Division of the Canadian Cancer Society, 200, 325 Manning Road N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN'S FUNERAL HOME, RECEPTION and CREMATION CENTRE, 304 - 18 Avenue S.W., Calgary, AB T2S 0C3. Phone: 403-228-4422.

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May 20, 2009

Anita Staples posted to the memorial.

May 16, 2009

Eileen and Fern Bourassa posted to the memorial.

May 16, 2009

Shirley McLeod posted to the memorial.

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Anita Staples

May 20, 2009

Dear Lesley, Mike, Dean, and Shawn,
My thoughts are with you during this most difficult of times. When my late husband Jim, our two children Matthew and Jennifer, and I lived in Dalhousie your mom and I exchanged child care. Your mom attended university working on her nursing degree and I substitute taught. Over the years since then I've often thought with fondness of the many little visits she and I shared. I've been forever thankful for the benefit of her experience and support. She was a very special person! Again, my deepest condolences.

Eileen and Fern Bourassa

May 16, 2009

Lesley, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's death, we know how close you were. We are praying for all your family at this very sad time.

Shirley McLeod

May 16, 2009

Dean, Shawn, Leslie, Mike, Joan and families.
I am so sorry to hear of Lynne's passing. She was a wonderful friend. I treasure the times we had together growing up in Bellevue and later our visits over the years. May the memories that you have of your mother and sister help get you through this difficlt time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Shirley and Norm McLeod

Aunt Mary & Uncle Bus Duncan

May 16, 2009

Our love and thoughts are with you. Your Mom has and will be again Sunday in the prayers at my church -- The Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount here in Ruidoso.

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Margaret and Eugene Falkenberg

May 16, 2009

Dear Lesley, Mike, Dean, and Shawn,
We knew your mom from the early days soon after she graduated from Nursing. She was always a lovely person, not only in her appearance but also in her manner and her interaction with other people, as well as in her day-to-day principles and inner philosophy.
We send you and your families our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Marg and Gene Falkenberg

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