Charles Duncan Obituary

DUNCAN, Charles Kirk Duncan, 59, of Isle of Palms, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2008. The relatives and friends of Kirk Duncan are invited to attend his Memorial Service on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 2:00p.m. in J Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the Stuhr's Mount Pleasant Chapel immediately following the memorial service. Kirk was born December 9, 1948, in Charlotte, North Carolina, son of the late Charles Wilson Duncan and Enid Constance Jones Duncan. Kirk was a beloved father, brother, uncle and friend. He was a proud alumnus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, having graduated in 1971 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. From there, Kirk served in the United States Army, where he attained rank of Second Lieutenant. He was honorably discharged in 1973. Kirk was an owner of Duncan-Parnell, Inc., where he worked for 33 years. He was the manager of the South Carolina operations. Kirk was an avid fisherman and prolific arrowhead collector, who loved the Lowcountry and his annual trips with dear, lifelong friends to the Outer Banks. He loved games of chance and delighted in taking winnings from friends and family alike. Kirk's dry sense of humor left no one untouched, but always left you smiling and knowing you were loved. Surviving are Kirk's daughter, Katie Duncan of Isle of Palms, SC and his son, Marcus Duncan of Goose Creek, SC; two brothers, Daniel O. Duncan of Lake Wylie, SC, and Greg Duncan of Alabama; three nieces, Kelly Duncan of Los Angeles, CA, Laura D. Priestner of Sussex, NJ, and Elizabeth Palmer of Charlotte, NC; three nephews, Mark Duncan of Charlotte, NC, Stephen Duncan of New Jersey, and Franklin White of Missoula, MT; four grandnephews, David Hill and Damian Priestner of Sussex, NJ, Jack Duncan of Charlotte, NC, and Nathan White of Missoula, MT; and three grandnieces, Anna Duncan of Charlotte, NC, Grace Palmer of Lake Wylie, SC, and Mara White of Missoula, MT. Kirk was predeceased by his brother Thomas Duncan. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Charleston, Hospice Center fund, 3870 Leeds Avenue, Suite 101, North Charleston, SC 29405. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 23 to Jul. 25, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Duncan

12 Entries

Jack Kirby

July 30, 2008

I grew up with Kirk and was his roommate one year a college. I have only the fondest memories of Kirk and the entire Duncan family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Deloris Gibson

July 30, 2008

Marcus and Katie
We send our love and prayers
Both of you were very blessed to have such a Great Dad
Love Al,Deloris,Crystal,Cathy and Clayton Gibson

Carroll Santos

July 28, 2008

Dear Mary, Katie and Marcus,
Just a note to let you all know that I am thinking of you at this sad, sad time. Kirk was such a fine person and I am so sorry that he is gone.
Please know that my prayers are with you. All my love, Carroll

Carrie O'Brien

July 27, 2008

I am very sorry for everyone who has lost such a great friend and family member, but I am glad that Kirk is no longer in pain. Much love to everyone - my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Matt and Michelle Brewington

July 25, 2008

Katie and Marcus,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your father. Kirk was an outstanding person and he will be sorely missed. He was a kind, caring individual. We love you and are here for you if you need anything.

Love,
Uncle Matt and Aunt Michelle

Steve Vogler

July 25, 2008

I worked with Kirk many years at Duncan-Parnell and thought the world of him. He was a good family man and loved by his employees and friends alike. He will be missed by all.

Michelle Heyward

July 25, 2008

Katie, Marcus, (Mary)
Sorry for your loss. I never met your dad but just knowing you all and the way everyone always showed emmense love towards one another. I'm sure that he played a great part in instilling great things in all of you.
Be strong. luv u all.

Karen Brown

July 25, 2008

Katie and Marcus,
I was so sorry to learn of your father's death. May peace be with you in your time of sorrow.

Richard Glave

July 24, 2008

Gene and I are so sorry about Kirk. He was a friend and a good neighbor. He loved the island and the creek as much as we do.

Cathy Kincer

July 23, 2008

Kirk Duncan was one of a kind. He was my brother-in-law for 20 years and my entire family loved him. He was very special and I am thankful for each and every memory. He will always have a place in my heart.

Kitti Mullins

July 23, 2008

Katie,
I am thinking and praying for you. I can't take away the pain & loss you must feel but I do care that you have to go through this. I love you & please let me know if I can do anything for you...just tell Erica and she will get the word to me.
Love you bunches,
Kitti or "Mama Kitti"

Fred Roitzsch

July 23, 2008

I remember meeting Laura's uncle when riding with her out to the Isle of Palms. A very kind and hospitable gentleman. May our Lord keep the family in His care during this difficult time.

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