Wilborn Eugene Duncan

1937 - 2020

Wilborn Eugene Duncan obituary, 1937-2020

Wilborn Eugene Duncan

1937 - 2020

BORN

1937

DIED

2020

Wilborn Duncan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 22, 2020.
Wilborn Eugene "Gene" Duncan

Birth 12 Sep 1937 in Checotah Oklahoma, USA

Death 21 Apr 2020 (aged 82) in Stockton, San Joaquin County, California, USA

Cremated, Specifically: Ashes returned to his Wife Brenda Duncan

Find a Grave @ https://www.findagrave.com/ MEMORIAL ID 209363644

Wilborn Eugene Duncan (Gene) Gained his angel wings on April 21, 2020, at 3:50 AM but pronounced at 4:44 AM with his Wife Brenda of 35 years, his Daughter Liz, and his friend Billy by his side and near him, he was Ill for a couple of years with heart issues and was under Optimal Hospice Care of Stockton CA at home for the last year we prayed a lot and asked for forgiveness for anything that bothered him so he was at peace and he embraced the inevitable and was very peaceful throughout his last breath.

Gene was born to Reba Gertrude ( Dunn ) Duncan and Wilburn Edwin Duncan on Sept. 12, 1937, in Checotah, Oklahoma he spent some time living in Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas, as a young child before The Family lived in many locations in California when Gene was in high school his family moved to Milpitas, Santa Clara County, California Gene then moved to Stockton, San Joaquin County, California in 2002 where he lived the remainder of his life.

Gene went to trade school to be a mechanic but his heart was with Motorcycles he raced and was into sales of Motorcycles and Motorcycles parts he worked for many years at Co-Ed Honda of Milpitas California in Motorcycles Sales and at K&L Supply Co. Inc. in Sales who manufactured and distributed specialty Tools, Shop Equipment for 20 years Gene also worked as a bartender part-time at The Magnolia Saloon in the Hotel Jeffery that is located in Coulterville, California and at Town Tavern in Milpitas California and also sold real estate.

Gene was a sweet soul he never met a stranger his heart was gentle and tender and he wore his heart on his sleeve everyone loved Gene, He was A great Friend to many. Gene Loved to fish anywhere and everywhere fishing with Gene and exploring the outdoors together are the things we will always remember best about Gene.

The day before he passed away He told his wife Brenda He was sorry he was leaving her, he also told his daughter Liz, Austin Grandson, and friend Bill Good-Bye he was ready to go be with the Lord. He passed away of heart Issues at 3:50 AM 04/21/2020 but was Pronounce in Death @ 4:44 AM by his nurse George from Hospice

Gene was preceded in death by His Mother Reba Gertrude (Dunn) Duncan, Father Wilburn Edwin Duncan (BILL), Sister Delores Elsa Duncan Raymond (Dee), Grandson David Scott Laird Jr.

Gene is survived by his wife of 35 years Brenda (Luck) Duncan, Daughters Elizabeth Montplaisir (Mike), Joann Duncan, and Paula Duncan, Stepson Joseph Esquiaqui (Jay) Brothers Daniel Duncan, James Duncan, and Thomas Duncan, Grandsons Austin Hill, Wiley Barker Sibling-in-laws Johnny Luck, Al Fred Martin (Sherry) Verna Poole (Bob) and his Carol Buskeness (Rod) and Numerous Nieces and Nephews and Many Many Friends.

Gene was Cremated at 6 AM on 04/25/2020 at: Sacramento County Crematory 7900 Clifton Rd, Sacramento, CA 95826

Neptune Society of Northern California Handled the arrangements Cremation service in Stockton, California At: 1111 W Robinhood Dr. Suite B1, Stockton, CA 95207

Thank you William Carroll, I couldn't do it without you!
Thank you Liz and Austin (Lydia)
Thank you http://www.optimalcares.com/ of Stockton, California Pip, George, Liza, Alyssa, Shanna, Courtney, and Hilde

Thank you Carole Appleby for being such a Great friend to Gene. He loved you and his Peanut butter and Jelly on squishy white bread and the FRIED BOLOGNA SANDWICH!

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May 17, 2020

Terry Graham posted to the memorial.

May 16, 2020

Brenda Duncan posted to the memorial.

May 5, 2020

Brenda Duncan posted to the memorial.

Terry Graham

May 17, 2020

Miss you buddy you been my friend for over 50yrs I know you still be here if you could you loved all your friends and they will miss you too Dee and terry god bless

Brenda Duncan

May 16, 2020

Wilborn Eugene Duncan (Gene) Gained his angel wings on April 21, 2020, at 3:50 AM with his Wife Brenda of 35 years, his Daughter Liz, and his friend Billy by his side and near him, he was Ill for a couple of years with heart issues and was under Optimal Hospice Care at home for the last year we prayed a lot and asked for forgiveness for anything that bothered him he was at peace and he embraced the inevitable and was very peaceful throughout his last breath.

Gene was born to Reba Gertrude ( Dunn ) Duncan and Wilburn Edwin Duncan on Sept. 12, 1937, in Oklahoma he spent some time living in Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. The family lived in many locations in California when he was in high school his family moved to Milpitas, Santa Clara County, California Gene moved to Stockton, San Joaquin County, California in 2002 where he lived the remainder of his life.

Gene went to trade school to be a mechanic but his heart was with Motorcycles he raced and was into sales he worked for many years at Co-Ed Honda in Milpitas California in Motorcycles Sales and at K&L Supply Co. Inc. in Sales who manufactured and distributed specialty Tools, Shop Equipment Gene also worked as a bartender part-time at The Magnolia Saloon in the Hotel Jeffery that is located in Coulterville, California and at Town Tavern in Milpitas California and sold real estate.

Gene was a sweet soul he never met a stranger his heart was gentle and tender and wore his heart on his sleeve everyone loved Gene.

Gene Loved to fish anywhere and everywhere fishing with Gene and exploring the outdoors together are the things we will always remember best about Gene.

Gene was preceded in death by His Mother Reba Gertrude (Dunn) Duncan, Father Wilburn Edwin Duncan (BILL), Sister Delores Elsa Duncan Raymond (Dee), Grandson David Scott Laird Jr.

Gene is survived by his wife of 35 years Brenda (Luck) Duncan, Daughters Elizabeth Montplaisir (Mike), Joann Duncan, and Paula Duncan, Stepson Joseph Esquiaqui (Jay) Brothers Daniel Duncan, James Duncan, and Thomas Duncan, Grandsons Austin Hill, Wiley Barker Sibling-in-laws Johnny Luck, Al Fred Martin (Sherry) Verna Poole (Bob) and his Carol Buskeness (Rod) and Numerous Nieces and Nephews and Many Many Friends.

Thank you, William Carroll, I couldn't do it without you!
Thank you Liz and Austin (Lydia)
Thank you http://www.optimalcares.com/ of Stockton, California PiP, George, Liza, Alyssa, Shanna, Courtney, and Hilde.

Thank you, Carole Appleby, for being such a Great friend to Gene He loved you and his Peanut butter and Jelly on squishy white bread and the FRIED BOLOGNA SANDWICH!

Gene waving Good-Bye

Brenda Duncan

May 5, 2020

May 2, 2020

I've known Gene for over forty years and couldn't think of one bad thing to say about him.He will be missed....

Frank Risner

May 2, 2020

I've known Gene for over forty years and couldn't think of one bad thing to say about him.He will be missed....

Shirley Walker

April 30, 2020

My condolence to the family.
Only know your daughter, Liz. She is a wonderful person
So know she had a wonderful Father.
May he rest in peace!

Genes 81 st Birthday 2017

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

Genes 81 st Birthday 2017

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

The Duncan family

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

Gene Duncan Austin Hill and Danny Duncan being silly Sept 2017

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

Gene and Danny Delta Tio Vista Feb 28 2016

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

Brenda Duncan

April 30, 2020

I will always remember your gentle touch and all the love you had for me You loved me more than a fat kid loves cake, and you loved our families just as much you always stepped up when anyone needed anything you were one of a kind they broke the mold when you were made and I am glad we found each other! I just wish we lived forever that way we would not know the pain of losing you Thank you for being a good provider and raising my Joseph and always being there for the kids you leave the world a better place than when you entered it You will live on tucked safely in my heart.

Sleep well my Love I miss you so much. Hold the door for me when it is my time I love you, my sweet man. Love your BB ❤

Joe Fratis

April 30, 2020

My condolences to the family, I worked with Gene for a brief period, he was a great guy and will be missed,

Lydia Hill

April 29, 2020

When I think of Poppa, I think of fishing, motorcycles, and him giving Austin a hard time (about most everything - but especially fishing and motorcycles ). He loved his wife and family more than anything. I'm glad I got to know him; if only for a few short years

Carol Buskeness

April 29, 2020

Gene we all at the Buskeness house miss you and love you and will never forget you your memorie is locked in our hearts all our love rod carol and kids❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Rebecca

April 29, 2020

Rest in peace and this candle burn in remembrance of your spirit and love.

Liz Montplaisir

April 29, 2020

I'm so glad you finally found the peace you were looking for. You are already missed. I will see you again some day. Until then, ride your motorcycle and go fishing with David and Grandpa. R.I.P. Dad

William Carroll

April 29, 2020

May God give you the peace that you seek.

William Carroll

April 29, 2020

BB, Liz, Austin, Danny, Family, and Friends,

May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of your loss.

Rest in Peace Gene you were a Great roommate for 20 years and you were always a pleasure to be with, rest my friend see you on the other side you will be missed Love you, Bill Carroll

Christine Morrissey

April 29, 2020

Mr. Duncan was a good man who was so kind and had a way about him that was simple and honest. To his family...May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace.

Our most sincere condolences.
Shawn and Christine Morrissey

Neptune Society of Northern California

April 22, 2020

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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