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Jeffrey Duncan Obituary
Jeffrey Laurence Duncan of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, went to be with the Lord on August 1, 2020, with his partner of 22 years, Jeff Graczyk, by his side. He was 57 years old. The son of Sally and Onard Duncan, Jeffrey was born in Toledo on December 29, 1962. He graduated from Maumee High School in 1981. Jeffrey attended Al Stevens Cosmetology School in Miami, Florida. He went on to have a successful career and owned his own salon "Jeffrey Laurence Hair Design" in Toledo for eight years. During this time Jeffrey was also the Regional Education Director for Toni & Guy. He loved cooking, traveling and spending time with his treasured dogs, Diamante, Rio and Davi.
Jeffrey is survived by Jeff Graczyk; his beloved aunt, Vivian Liebnau; his cousins, Christine Benham, Brett, Lindsey and Emily Krewson and Rachel Benham; along with his partner's family, Linda, Kevin, April, Robert Joe and Makenna Graczyk. The family will always be grateful to his closest friends, Lori Hill-Zhanai, Peggy Lindsley, and Shari Wirick. He was preceded in death by his mother, best friend, and confidant, Sally Barrett Duncan. Also preceding him are father, Onard Duncan; uncle Al Liebnau; beloved cousin, Karen Krewson, and his grandparents.
Jeffrey donated his body to science. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, local pet rescue, or to the charity of the donor's choice. A virtual celebration of Jeffrey's life will take place at a later date.
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Friends and Family
September 24, 2020
There will be a virtual Celebration of Life for Jeffrey and those that had the pleasure of having him in their life on Sunday, October 11 at 7:00 PM. If you would like to attend this celebration please email your email address to [email protected] to be included on the email list.
Diann
August 23, 2020
I am sorry to hear about his passing. When I was a teenager in high school, Jeffrey used to do my hair at his salon in Toledo. He always made me feel beautiful and grown up, and I really enjoyed getting my hair done by him. He was so good at what he did. That was years ago, but I will never forget what a positive impact he had on my life through his hair design. Thank you Jeffrey. I know you are loved and missed.
Kelly Marleau-Whitmore
August 17, 2020
Aunt Viv I am so sorry for the loss of Jeff. Hugs and prayers. Seems more of our family have passed than are still here. Someday we will all be together for a wonderful family reunion. Kelly Marleau-Whitmore
Wendy
August 17, 2020
Jeffery was one if the kindest souls. We had so many laughs together and our once a week lunchtimes. He was unique and unlike no others. I always laughed about his political views and how he put it out there and didn’t care. His smile warmed anyone’s hearts. He will me missed tremendously. Rip my friend. Xoxo
Godfrey Thompson
August 16, 2020
Jeffrey was one of The Best & Talented Employees in My Bar And Restaurant Years. He will be Missed. G & A.
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