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Ian Duncan Obituary
TRUMANSBURG - Ian "Dunk" Duncan, age 71, passed away on May 14, 2008 at his home on Lake St. in Trumansburg.
Born in Millbrook, NY, Dunk was a son of the late Walter and Doris (Dunning) Duncan. After retiring as Superintendent of Public Works for the Village of Trumansburg, Dunk enjoyed his "retirement job" at the Trumansburg Golf Course for many years. A loyal NASCAR fan, he had a passion for restoring old cars and could be found tinkering in the garage for hours at a time.
Dunk is survived by his wife, Mimi (Smith) Duncan of Trumansburg; his two daughters, Elizabeth and Bridgette Duncan of Trumansburg; four sons, Timothy (Bonnie) Duncan of Macedon, NY, Thomas (Desiree) Duncan of Valencia, CA, Todd (Michelle) Duncan of Elmhurst, IL, and Scott Duncan of KY; grandchildren, Matthew, Dylan, Chelsea, Blake, Brandy, Bailee, and Todd Jr. Dunk is also survived by his brother, Jeff Duncan of Trumansburg; and two sisters, Heather Burke of WA and Ann Pell of MA.
A celebration of Dunk's life will be held at the Trumansburg Golf Course on Saturday, May 17, from 1-3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Dunk in the form of a contribution are asked to kindly consider the Trumansburg Ambulance Fund, PO Box 418, Trumansburg, NY 14886.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ness-Sibley Funeral Home, 23 South St., Trumansburg, NY. www.ness-sibley.com 1-888-534-5446.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ian Duncan
May 22, 2008
Dear Mimi and Family, was so sorry to hear about Dunk . That was one day I did not open my computer but Susie Smith sent me a message. Than I found his obit and I am sending my sympathy to all of you. Love, Jane Lamison, McConnellsburg, Pa.
Sharon & Don Rider
May 22, 2008
Mimi,
So sorry. We were visiting Jamie in Kansas when we heard. He sends his sympathy as well. We are thinking of you and the girls.
Jilian (Griffin) Wheeler
May 17, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Deborah McGuane (pay-lo quik stop)
May 16, 2008
To dunk's family our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of loss. We enjoyed everymorning when dunk came into the store and we all shared our views on the happenings of trumansburg! God bless
JIM RICHAR
May 16, 2008
DUNC!... ONE OF THE GREAT PEOPLE OF THE EARLIER LIFE...THE 60'S / 70'S AND BEYOND!!!,,,,,WILL NEVER FORGET YOU!!! THIS ONES FOR YOU; RIP!!
Janine Bond
May 16, 2008
To Dunk's family: I worked with Dunk at the Village office for two years. I grew quite fond of Dunk over our morning coffee chats. I was glad to hear he was able to retire and "enjoy life". I am praying that you will eventually find peace in your memories. May God Bless you all. Janine Voorheis-Bond
Carol Nogle
May 16, 2008
Dearest Mimi, Bethann & Bridget,
The news of your loss was a great shock. You have endured so much lately. I am praying that the Lord will keep his loving arms wrapped around each of you. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Maria and Ritchie Scott
May 16, 2008
Mrs. Duncan and the Duncan family, we are terribly sorry for your loss, and want to you know that you have our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Fr Eugene O'Hara
May 16, 2008
Mimi, Beth Anne and Bridgette,
I am sorry to hear of Dunk's passing. Be assured of my prayers for him and for you.
Margo (Koonce) Umholtz
May 16, 2008
Mimi,
My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Robert Lanfair
May 16, 2008
Mimi & Family
My sincere condolences are with you and the family. After moving to Trumansburg Dunk was one of the first people in the area that I met. I enjoyed talking to him whenever I saw him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Knapik
May 16, 2008
Tim, Tom and TJ, my sympathy to you for the loss of your dad. I knew your dad years ago. My sympathy to the rest of the family also.
Felix & Joan Jakubowski
May 15, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bruce and Jackie Newhart
May 15, 2008
Mimi Bridette and Bethanne,
Bruce and I cannot say how sorry we our to hear of Dunk's passing. We will remember the good times like Sat.Am. coffee (and chicken feathers). let us remember the good times. our prayers are with you all. Bruce and Jackie Newhart
Ann Swartwood
May 15, 2008
to dunk's family,
so sorry to hear of dunk's passing. I knew dunk when he used to come down to my father-in-law's
(raymond swartwood's) to drive stock car"s. it was a good time for us all.
Debbie Rumsey
May 15, 2008
MiMi and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Know that you now and always will have a guardian angel watching over you. Peace be with you all.
Joel,Mindy,Heather, Amy & Tim Wilson
May 15, 2008
Mimi, Bethanne & Bridgette:
We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Denise and Jeff Stoughton
May 15, 2008
Mimi, Bridgett, and BethAnne,
We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your family. We'll never forget the times with you and Dunk at TCL and the fun we had. Dunk was truly special! With love and many hugs, Denise, Jeff, Jessica, Sarah and Matthew Stoughton
Paul & Connie Polce
May 15, 2008
Our sincere condolences are with you and the family. He touched alot of lives. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you. Love, Paul & Connie Polce & girls
Sandy Voorheis
May 15, 2008
Dear MiMi, Beth Ann & Bridgett,
May you feel the peace of our Lord as you learn to live without your husband and father.
God Bless, Ed and Sandy Voorheis
Rick Mehlenbacher
May 15, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the entire family. Another huge loss to the Trumansburg community.
My thoughts are with you,
Rick Mehlenbacher
Brenda Riley
May 15, 2008
Mimi, Bridgette and BethAnne~We are truly sorry for your loss. Words just cannot express our sympathy enough. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please, if you need anything, we are here for all of you. Again, we are sorry for your loss.
Brenda, Jon & Julie Riley
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