Alexander Scott Duncan
December 20, 1936 – September 3, 2015

On Thursday, September 3, Alexander Scott Duncan succumbed to a lengthy illness at age 78.

He was predeceased by his parents Art and Rose Duncan, brothers Lauren and James Duncan, sisters Marie Duncan, Joyce (Jim) Brindley, Marion (John) Hendricks and Nelda (James) Bechdoldt and twin sons Lloyd and Lyle Duncan.

He will forever be loved and remembered by his wife of 59 years, Lea Duncan.
Also his children: Cindy (Mal) Bearman, Debbie (Dannie) Charlton, Mark (Barb) Duncan, Penny (Doug) Scoones and Wade (Gwyen) Duncan and many grandchildren and great grandchildren; his siblings: Liz (Ken) Conniff, Fran (Terry) Diset, Lois Duncan and Tom Duncan.

Alex was born in Oliver and remained a lifelong South Okanagan resident. He was known for his carpentry work, constructing schools throughout the province during the 1950’s building boom. Several residential homes in the area are a tribute to his skills. He also worked as a welder at Trumps and later in life at Brenda Mines. Although he was a talented tradesman he spent most of his working life as an orchardist on Black Sage Road, farming 40 acres while he and Lea raised their family. The family has fond memories of spring bonfires with tree prunings, summer evenings swimming in the river and fall apple harvests.

Alex had a way with animals. He enjoyed horses in his younger days and often had a dog at his side on the farm. He enjoyed hiking and hunting and knew his way around the local terrain. The Okanagan Valley was his home and his family was his greatest joy.

We took our vows together
Said “’Til death do us part”
But when God came and took your hand
My whole world fell apart.
No one knows the heartache

Only God knows how many times
I’ve broken down and cried.
When I look back upon our lives
One of the things that made me glad,
Is that you chose me to share with you
The precious years we had.

Thank you to Dr. J. Robertson and to the staff at Moog and Friends Hospice House for your care and kindness.

As per personal request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Moog and Friends Hospice House in Penticton. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com