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Sharon Duncan Obituary

Sharon "Lucky" Duncan
Sharon "Lucky" Duncan, a special wife, enthusiastic mother and sweet grandma passed from her home to her next life on January 29, 2024. We will miss her but are grateful for the time and love she shared with us
Sharon was born on May 4, 1943 in Chippewa Falls WI to Robert and Naomi (Melville) Lloyd. She grew up on Lake Wissota and spent treasured time on her grandparents' farm and apple orchard. She graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1961. On November 14th, 1964, she married Bob Duncan at Notre Dame Church in Chippewa Falls. They subsequently moved to Channahon, IL where they lived their entire married life.
In addition to her husband, Lucky is survived by her four children; Debbie (Steve) Girardi of Sheboygan, WI, Bobby (Chrissy) Duncan of Watertown, NY, Pam (Steve) Groszek of Chicago and Kim (Eric) Gray of New Lenox, IL all of whom she happily served as chief driver, baker and cheerleader for many years and occasions. As her six granddaughters arrived she took on the new role as card sender, cookie decorator and enthusiastic cheerleader for Cierra Balfour and Ally Duncan, Maggie and Elizabeth Groszek and Jillian and Cassidy Gray. She is further survived by her brothers, Larry Lloyd, Mike (Suzi) Lloyd and Bob (Roxi) Lloyd; and her brothers-in-law, Jim (Mary) Flanagan, and John (Pam) Duncan; and her sisters-in-law, Sue Lloyd, Judy (Danny) Ramaker and Elaine Duncan.
In addition to her parents, Lucky was preceded in death by her in laws, Howard and Agnes Duncan; her sister, Sandy Flanagan; brother, Bill Lloyd; sister-in-law, Patti Lloyd; brother-in-law, Tom Duncan; and sister and brother-in-law, Patsy and Paul Sokup.
Lucky never met a team she couldn't coach or cheer on, a concession stand she couldn't stock, staff and run, or a meal she couldn't plan, cook and serve. She enjoyed many fun times at the bowling alley, card table and on the golf course with her dear friends over the years. When her husband became Deacon Bob, she studied alongside him, supported him and became a deacon's devoted wife. She spent many hours at St. Ann, serving up dessert favorites at the Lenten fish fry and various luncheons. She wholeheartedly participated and contributed to every organization of which she was a part.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Lightways Hospice and Visiting Angels for their care over the past several months.
Visitation for Lucky will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., from the funeral home, to St. Ann Catholic Church, 24500 S. Navajo Drive, Channahon, IL, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon at the church will immediately follow the Mass.
Interment in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, will be Monday, February 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Family and friends are invited to meet at the cemetery at 9:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lightways Hospice (www.lightways.org) or Visiting Angels (www.visitingangels.com) would be appreciated.
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com

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Published by Herald-News from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2024.

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Beth Hawkins

March 30, 2024

I was sad to hear about Mrs. Duncan. Lucky was a wonderful neighbour. I have such beautiful memories of growing up next to her and Bob and their four dear children. Know that my family has always cherished having such good neighbours. Will never forget their kindness supporting my parents in their later years.
Sending my love and thoughts to all the family- but especially to you Mr. Duncan. God be with you in the coming days as you go forward.

Beth Hawkins

Jane Hiess

February 3, 2024

Thoughts & prayers from the Bob & Lucy Hall Family to Duncan/Lloyd Family.Memories from Lafayetta/Lake Wissota area. We shared times at St Simeons Church, riding the bus, ball games , Lawlers & more,sorry for you all as we think of Lucky.

Barb

February 1, 2024

Lucky was an amazing friend...I met her at bowling and she went to tournaments with us...Reno, Springfield and State Tournaments...We started playing cards with her at St Ann's and then the Thursday Card Club. She was a great cook...made the best potato salad.....She will be missed by so many....may she Rest in Peace...

Patricia Corrigan Peeples

January 31, 2024

Sweet lady. Played cards at St. Anns.

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Fred C. Dames Funeral Homes - Joliet

3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet, IL

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Ann Catholic Church - Channahon

24500 S. Navajo Drive, Channahon, IL

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Interment

10:00 a.m.

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL

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