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John Duncan Obituary
Charlotte, NC
Mr. Duncan, age 79, passed in Charlotte, NC on Thursday, October 10, 2013, at Carolinas Medical Center.
His wife, Patricia; and children, Sharon, John Jr, Ruel and Tom, were by his side. He is also survived by sisters, Joann Duncan and Betty Plumber from Nashville as well as four grandchildren and two great-children.
Jack was born to Ruel and Lorene Duncan and raised in Nashville, TN. where he was a member of the class of '52 of Montgomery Bell Academy. He was a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a degree in engineering in 1959. He returned to Nashville to work at Murray manufacturing lawn mowers and bicycles as CEO and chairman of the board for fifteen years. He was most recently part owner of Bonterra Dining and Wine Room in Charlotte, NC.
A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, October 14, 2013, at Carmel Presbyterian Church located at 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC 20226. Friends and family will gather following the service to celebrate his life.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donation be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 3800 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215.
Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service, 1111 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC, (704) 333-6116.
Please share condolences online at www.hankinsandwhittington.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Duncan
Tom Northcott
November 4, 2013
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Larry Michelson
October 14, 2013
Pat and Family
Jack was an outstanding businessman and an even greater people person. It was an honor to know and work with him for many years. He will be truly missed and I will never forget him.
Carolina Aponte
October 14, 2013
Pat & JD, we are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jorge & Carolina Aponte
October 14, 2013
Pat and I were fortunate to work with Jack and consider him a friend. We know he will be missed.
Carl & Pat Klebe
Sharon Kent
October 14, 2013
May peace surround your family during this tough time.
Michael Monehen
October 13, 2013
Patricia, J.D. and family. So sorry to hear about Jacks passing. Jack was truly one of the finest men I have ever known.
May he rest in peace.
October 13, 2013
JD & Pat,
We were so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. You and your family are certainly in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Daniel & John Ratliff
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