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Antoinette Marie Duncan

1928 - 2021

Antoinette Marie Duncan obituary, 1928-2021, Gary, IN

BORN

1928

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Antoinette Duncan Obituary

Antoinette Marie Duncan, of Gary, IN, exchanged her life on Earth for eternity in Heaven on November 20, 2021. Antoinette was born July 14, 1928. She was formerly employed at the United States Postal Service, The Internal Revenue Service, and was also a volunteer for AARP Tax Preparation. Antoinette was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 children, 6 grandchildren, & 1 great-child. She is survived by 1 son, Darryl (Gail) Duncan; 3 daughters, Karen Cole, Chandra (Leon) Jacobs, & Helen Estes; 23 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, & 16 great-great grandchildren. All services will be held at New Bethel Fellowship COGIC, 110 West 43rd Avenue in Gary, IN on Saturday, November 27, 2021. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. with services following at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park. Please follow COVID-19 guidelines and wear face masks.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Nov. 24, 2021.

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Patricia Presley

December 6, 2021

Sorry about your loss, you and all of yours will be in my prayers. May the light of God's grace continue to shine upon you

Alyne Dawson-Washington

December 2, 2021

To Chandra (Leon) and your entire family. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Know that a beautiful soul, full of love and faith, ascended to heaven, away from us, but closer to God. May the precious memories of Mrs. Antoinette Marie Duncan sustain you and your family today, tomorrow and forever. -Alyne & Family

Jeannie Greer

December 1, 2021

May God´s loving arms surround and comfort you in the home going of Mother Duncan..
Mother was a loving, caring woman of God. Always spoke words of wisdom and encouragement.
My prayers are with you.
Much Love

Jeannie Greer
Palmdale,Ca.

The Marshall Family

November 29, 2021

Chan, we send our heart felt condolences and prayers to you and your family. May God give you strength and comfort in the up coming days. We love you all dearly.

Cathy Russell

November 28, 2021

My Condolences and prayers to my Classmate Helen and her Family. May God grant comfort and strength to the Family.

Pastor ORTNEY Edwards

November 27, 2021

My condolences and prayers to Duncan family, in passing of my Sunday school teacher Mother Duncan. May the Lord blessed and strengthen you.

Andrea Russell

November 27, 2021

Mother Duncan was an awesome woman of God. May God cover you with His love during this time of sadness. She has gone on to a much better place. May you find peace and strength in Jesus Christ. My condolences to this family. She will truly be missed.

Minister Robin Walton

November 26, 2021

Chandra, you have my deepest sympathy in loss of our Little Sugar. May you and your family be comforted by our Lord and Savior Jesus The Christ. Amen

Marva Hearn

November 25, 2021

I hope you find peace in the time given you to love laugh pray with your mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, etc.... For the short time I knew her, I found her to be loving and kind. I am going to miss her.

Judy Hall

November 25, 2021

Chandra,
May loving memories of your Mother and your faith bring you comfort.

Tashama

November 25, 2021

My sweet Gma.

Cheryl Downs

November 24, 2021

Sending love to the family during this time of sadness. Your mother will truly be missed but her legacy lives on in Family!!!

Sis Gwen Henley

November 24, 2021

Sorry to hear about the loss of Mother Duncan, she was a very sweet person, enjoyed the fellowship we had with one another always had a smile on her face, she will truly be missed, Sis Gwen Henley

Julie Smith

November 24, 2021

Darryl, So very sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Brett Decker

November 24, 2021

Darryl and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Darryl - if you need anything please feel free to reach out to me. I am always willing to help.

Lorraine Malone

November 24, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Nov

27

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

New Bethel Fellowship COGIC

110 West 43rd Avenue, Gary, IN

Nov

27

Service

11:00 a.m.

New Bethel Fellowship COGIC

110 West 43rd Avenue, Gary, IN

Funeral services provided by:

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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