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Michael Duncan Obituary

DUNCAN, MICHAEL J. ATTORNEY Deputy Alternate Public Defender On June 10, 2011, Attorney Michael J. Duncan of San Diego was called to eternal peace after suffering from a long term illness at Sharp Memorial Hospital. Michael slipped into a peaceful slumber with his loving family at his side. Michael was the beloved and loving husband of 32 years to Rebecca Douglas Duncan. Michael was the adored father of son Jonathan (Millie) and daughter Deidre Duncan and doting grandfather of Jeremiah Duncan. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother Audrey Duncan of Delmar, NY, and sisters Patricia Holliday (Rhoderick) of Kendall Park, NJ, Denyce Lacy (Thomas) of Delmar, NY, and Leslie Fottrell (Kevin) of Slingerlands, NY. He was predeceased by his father Conrad L. Duncan. Also grieving Michael's departure are many dear friends, colleagues and a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation hours are 4-7 p.m., Sunday, June 19, at Anderson-Ragsdale-Mortuary located at 5050 Federal Blvd., San Diego, CA 92102. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 20, 11:00 am. at Christ the King Catholic Church, 29 N. 32nd Ave., San Diego. Interment to follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael Duncan's name may be made to: City of Hope, National Cancer Center, a NCI designated comprehensive cancer care center, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., #1200, Los Angeles, CA 90017 or by making a secure donation online at https://secure.cityofhope.org/donate/Main/CardsForHope.aspx

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jun. 17, 2011.

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Gloria Dewdney

June 19, 2011

Michael, I loved you and I will miss you. Beckki, I hope that God will give you the strength to carry on. My thoughts and my prayers are with you. All my love, Aunt Gloria. (Jamaica).

Caroline Sever

June 18, 2011

Denyce and family, I'm saddened to read of your brother's death. Having worked with your father and you over many years, I know that your family has a very strong gene for kindness and caring. I hope the goodness you've shared comes back ten-fold to help you through this difficult time.

Ava Johnson

June 17, 2011

Becky and Family,

Think of the beautiful blessed cherished memories you had with Mike. He leaves behind a legacy of wisdom,humor and love of family.
There are no words to adequately express my sympathy, please know I am thinking of, and praying for you.

Elizabeth Lacy-Claudio

June 17, 2011

Mrs. Duncan and Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Paul Breen

June 17, 2011

I am very, very sorry to hear about Michael's passing. I enjoyed working with him at the City Attorney's office many years ago. He was a great person and will truly be missed.

June 17, 2011

I am truly sorry for your lost. In your time of bereavement, know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I’m sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will be able to endure this trial. May your memories give you comfort.

T. Gates, Stockbridge, GA

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