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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of David George Duncan at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on April 27th, 2024 in his 60th year surrounded by family and friends.
Dave is survived by his wife Barbara, married October 5th, 1996, Son Mackenzie, Parents Barbara and George Duncan, Brother Drew (Colette) Duncan and life long friend Bruce (Joanne) Gee.
Dave worked for over 30 years, first at Mackenzie Health Hospital and then transitioned to the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital when it opened in February 2021. The years spent between the two hospitals gave him many amazing memories, touched many people’s lives and developed lasting friendships. His larger than life personality and outgoing attitude allowed him to easily connect with people and share common interests such as a love of old cars, photography and camping. Dave always saw the bright side of things and was there to provide love and support to others in need. He will be forever in our hearts as we remember his brilliant smile as well as his endless kindness.
Visitation and Service will be held at Lansing United Church, 49 Bogert Ave. North York. Visitation will be held on Friday May 24th from 7-9 p.m. On Saturday May 25th, visitation starts Saturday at 9a.m., followed by the Service at 10 a.m.; Reception to follow the Service. Funeral service will be officiated by Reverend Brad Inglis.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to either Ross Tilley Burn Centre at Sunnybrook hospital at the following link https://donate.sunnybrook.ca/tribute or Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital at the following link https://supportmackenziehealth.ca/ui/DavidDuncan/donations/start
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17 Guestbook Entries
May 3, 2024 | Rita Triolo
So very sorry for your loss, Drew and the Duncan families. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time.
May 3, 2024 | Norma Crowther
I was very sorry to learn of Dave’s passing. I worked as an RN at Mackenzie health (York Central), and remember his positive and joyful demeanour. He was never without a smile and helped to make everyone’s day better. My condolences to his family and friends.
May 4, 2024 | Trish Storey
So saddened to hear this tragic news. I was a colleague of Barb for many years. My thoughts are with you Barb and Mackenzie.
My deepest condolences to the Duncan family.
May 4, 2024 | Lynn Moore
Dave was such a kind and thoughtful soul. Hearts and hugs to his family. May he rest in peace!
May 4, 2024 | Maureen Whiter (Brown)
Sending condolences to all of the family, know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Whiter (Brown)
May 4, 2024 | Gail Negri
Barb, George, Drew, Colette and family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of David’s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories as a child and teen at the Duncan house. My sincere condolences to you and David’s wife and son and all who loved him. My thoughts are with you all.
Nick and Gail Negri (nee Munroe)
May 4, 2024 | Jan Double
I am so sorry to hear of this sad news. Dave always had a good word to say when arriving with supplies to 4 North and when stopped by in PACU always wanted to know if your shift was going okay. Always a smile have many fond memories. He will be missed. Jan
May 4, 2024 | Shandeth
My condolences to his family and friends. At Mckenzie Richmond Hill Dave was always stopping to have a chat and share a story. May he rest in peace.
May 4, 2024 | Yvonne Miller
Very Sorry on hearing the passing of Dave. I also worked at both Hspitals with Dave and will miss our morning chats as he came of of nights as I was coming in for Days.
He was never without a smile , my condolences to family and friends and may you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
May 4, 2024 | Yvonne Miller
Sorry to hear about Dave. I worked with Him at both place for 30 years and going to miss our morning chats as he was leaving from nights and I was coming in on Days, With his cheerful demeanor always smiling.
my condolences to the family may you find peace and comfort during this difficult time
May 5, 2024 | VICENT NSUBUGA
I was so saddened to hear the passing away of our Dave . My deepest condolences to the family and friends. RIP Dave. God bless
May 6, 2024 | Sukaina
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you Barb and Mackenzie.
May 6, 2024 | Brenda & Terry Bruce
It is with great sadness we learned of David’s passing today when we returned from vacation. Our sincerest codolences to Uncle George, Aunt Barbara, Drew, Barbara, Mackenzie and family. He was one of our favorites and always pranking Terry.
May 6, 2024 | Bismillah Bacchus
So sorry to lose a great colleague. Our condolence to the family.
May 7, 2024 | Du Monts
Such terribly sad news…heartfelt condolences Barbara, Mackenzie, Barb and George.
Janice, Charlotte, and Ping
May 9, 2024 | Patrick Borja
I’ve worked with Dave full time nights for about a year and a half to two years. We only have 2 in our department that works in the nights. So we got to know one another pretty well. Dave was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He was kind, warmhearted and always loved to help people.
We shared a common interest in flashlights, cars and music.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends.
May 18, 2024 | angela evans
I am sorry hear about the passing of your spouse. Take care.