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Gail Duncan Obituary

Gail Duncan (Oct. 11, 1947-Nov. 23, 2023). Gail Ann (Baum) Duncan, a longtime resident of Rochester Hills, Michigan, passed away surrounded by family on Nov. 23, 2023, in Lapeer, Michigan. She was 76 years old. Born in Pontiac, Michigan, Gail lived most of her adult life in the home her parents had owned on Eastwood Street in Rochester Hills. She was a 1965 graduate of Avondale High School.

She was married for seven years to Michael (Mick) Duncan, with whom she had two children, Robyn and Robbie. She never remarried and as a single parent came to appreciate the importance of support from family and friends. Gail was employed as an administration assistant for 22 years at MetLife and then for 15 years at Vehma International in Troy, Michigan. Gail is survived by two brothers, Gary (Dory) Baum, of Clarkston, and Gordon (Beth) Baum, of Pennsylvania, and a sister, Gay (Rob) Kluwe, of Clarkston; her daughter, Robyn Harrington (Mike) , of Rochester Hills, and her son, Robert (Amy) Duncan, of Lapeer, Michigan; grandchildren, Courtney, Chelsea, Michael, Tanner, Parker and Emily; and great-grandchildren Joshua, Arya, Xariah, Rae'Lyn, Legaci and Legend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald (Doc) and Sybil, and her sister, Gwendolyn. Funeral services will be Thursday November 30 at 11 a.m. (service at 12 p.m.), at Pixley Funeral Home, 3530 Auburn Road, Auburn Hills, Michigan. Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. Wednesday, November 29, at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in remembrance of Gail Duncan to the McLaren Hospice and Homecare Foundation.

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Published by The Oakland Press on Nov. 28, 2023.

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Diane Stock

June 4, 2024

I had the pleasure of sharing a room with Gail at WellBridge rehab center in Rochester. We were instant besties. I was just thinking about her and sadly discovered her obituary. Robyn and Robbie you have my sincere condolences. She was one in a million. RIP, my friend.

Maria Taliercio

November 30, 2023

From the family of Gertrude (Sheldon) and Paul Taliercio, God's speed Gail, rest in love and peace.

Bill Connolly

November 28, 2023

Gail was a wonderful, loving and caring person. She was always up beat and smiling. A dear, dear friend to many. We all love her.

Jan

November 28, 2023

So sorry for your loss. The God of all comfort and hope bring the family peace and love.

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