Obituary of John (Jack) McKeown Duncan

Passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord on Monday, April 7th, at the age of 92. Jack was a loving husband to his wife, Eleanor, for 69 wonderful years. Beloved father to Brad (Elisabeth), Don (Elaine, deceased), and Shelley (Sean Pesce). Devoted grandfather to Elizabeth (Dave), Alex (Michelle), Jordan (Cassidy), Seth, Stephanie (Kurtis), Matthew and Brayden. Great-grandfather to 10 cherished great-grandchildren. Fondly remembered by his brother Al (Judy) and predeceased by his sister Leah (John Portman). Jack will also be dearly missed by extended family and friends. 

Jack attended Delta Collegiate, graduated from McMaster University, and then completed his Masters of Education at the University of Toronto. Jack devoted 36 years to education as both a teacher and an educational researcher for the Hamilton Board of Education. He later served on the Wentworth County Board of Education as both a Trustee and as Chair. For his 45 years of service to the community in the Hamilton East Kiwanis club, Jack received the Legion of Honour award. He served as President and Lieutenant Governor during his years with the club and was also awarded a Lifetime of Outstanding Service award. An active member of Cheyne Presbyterian Church, Jack served as an Elder, a member of the Missions Committee, and as a Session member for many years.   

A true gentleman, Jack will be remembered for his deep faith, compassion, wise counsel, and service to others. He never missed an opportunity to encourage and lift others up. 

Our heartfelt gratitude to all the staff at Amica, Stoney Creek, as well as his team of caring and dedicated PSWs. Special thanks also to the staff of Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice. 

Visitation to be held at Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek, on Wednesday, April 16th, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 17th, at 11:00 a.m. at Cheyne Presbyterian Church, 7 King Street West, Stoney Creek. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cheyne Presbyterian Church, Camp Mini-Yo-We, Hamilton-East Kiwanis Club, or a charity of your choice. 

Online condolences and notes of sympathy may be left at www.donaldvbrown.ca