Nicholas Spence "Nick" Duncan

Nicholas Spence "Nick" Duncan obituary, Santa Cruz, CA

Nicholas Spence "Nick" Duncan

Nicholas Duncan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel - Santa Cruz on Dec. 4, 2023.

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Obituary of Nicholas Spence Duncan
Nicholas (Nick) Duncan passed away peacefully on November 19, 2023 with family and friends at his side after a long illness. He was 43 years old. He was born March 8, 1980 in French Camp, California.
Nick grew up in Santa Cruz County, living in Soquel and Aptos. He attended Soquel, Mar Vista Elementary, Aptos Junior High, and Aptos High Schools.
Nick was known for his love and appreciation of nature and outdoor activities. He participated in Little League, Soccer, Capitola Junior Guards, among others.
Nick lived in Santa Cruz County most of his life. He lived in Maui for a short time.
Nick worked in construction, hauling, tile work and many other jobs. Nick had many hobbies; he enjoyed skateboarding, biking, and camping. He also spent many hours with his Suzuki (his "Zuki"). He was creative and enjoyed sketching, woodworking, and building RC cars.
He was passionate about caring for our planet and each other. He volunteered cleaning our beaches, loved animals and wanted to save sea turtles.
Nick occasionally attended Twin Lakes and Santa Cruz Hope Churches.
He loved to make people laugh and smile.
Nick is survived by his parents Cathy Adele Person and Earl Spence Duncan, his four sons: Beckett (Brody), Skylar, Darby, and Andy. He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
Nick is preceded in death by his son, Cody Duncan in 2005.
A celebration of life is pending at this time. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church at 2402 Cabrillo College Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, any organization of your choice, or take time to clean a beach.
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Brandon bower

May 1, 2025

I remember playing hide and seek at twin lakes and the maze. Those days were so much fun. I loved nick so much he always was there for me ..

Brandon boers

May 1, 2025

Nick bro, I love you man I was just wondering why I´ve gotten no reply´s back. We had so much fun in aptos and sc. you were always there for me. Nobody can ever replace you damn this sucks ...if any family is reading this please get ahold of me it´s Brandon.

Ashley Drummond

February 29, 2024

Going to the haunted maze at the boardwalk with him and playing hide and go seek with church youth group!

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