Mark E. Duncan

Birth date: Jun 23, 1952 Death date: Dec 10, 2004

Mark E. Duncan, 52, of Tacoma, WA passed on December 10, 2004 with his loved ones at his side. He fought a valiant fight.Born in Spokane, WA in June of 1952, moved to Tacoma, WA in 1962, and attended and graduated from Lincoln Hig Read Obituary

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Carl D. Barrentine

62w ago

I learned of Mark's passing too late. We were falconer friends back in the early 1970s, but we lost touch with one another when I left Kent to go to school in Ellensburg in the autumn of 1972. Mark and Russ Taylor, another falconer friend attended a falconry meet in the San Juan Islands, as I remember. Mark was flying a Harris' Hawk--the first of this species that I'd ever seen-- and Russ was flying a eyas Goshawk. There was a bit of a friendly competition going on between Mark and Russ, a competition to determine whether a Harris' Hawk was a better rabbit hunter than a Goshawk. Mark's bird won the game, as I recall, taking nine rabbits in a single day!

Mark was a wonderfully intelligent and gentle young man. I'm so sorry that we lost touch so many years ago. I came across this photograph of Mark, Dennis Hicks and myself lying on the grass in my back yard, discussing my eyas tiercel Prairie Falcon in Kent, Washington (circa summer of 1971).

Anonymous

679w ago

Gone...Not forgotten....I have often thought of you and the time we spent many years ago..It seems strange now thinking that I found you but, you are gone. So many memories I was just telling someone about the hybrid peregrine/prairie falcon you got way back in 1987 from the University of Pullman as a hatch ling and watching the bird grow. Remember I had to hit the dirt because the first time it flew it aimed for my head. I also remember watching you, Mandy (the dog) and that bird catch us duck and pheasant for dinner. I will always renember the crow you gave me and taught me how to raise it to be a crow and fly free. That crow went on a 500 mile vacation with us sleeping in my arms. Who can I share these memories with now. Mark you have lived in my heart forever. I was the crazy one and you were my rock. I will continue to think of you I will always remember you.##imported-begin##Mary##imported-end##

Anonymous

1089w ago

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Anonymous

1089w ago

In the years working with Mark, I remember him as excellent fellow employee that truly cared about his customers, his associates, and his employer. I shall also remember his frequent PA announcements that were so well done that they would almost force you to purchase seafood even if it wasn't at the head of your list. He will truly be missed.##imported-begin##Robert and Vi Weller##imported-end##

Anonymous

1089w ago

Mrs. Duncan, Brent and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mark was a VERY giving, caring man who had a heart of gold!
I have had the pleasure of working with Mark at TP for over 8 years...I will miss the "how are yous" every day and the smiles too! As well as talking with him about this & that--how I wish I could have taken away the pain he never told me about!
There was a special place reserved in Heaven for a man like Mark. He always gave to every little cause I was collecting for, The FRED MEYER FOUNDATION, SOMEONE's RETIREMENT, FLOWERS, you name it, MARK WAS THERE!
Please know that he will truly be missed by all who knew him and we all grieve your loss.
Mark, tell "Fishy Al" I said "hello"!
Sincerely,
Miss Becky (Limmer)
The Playland Lady##imported-begin##Becky Limmer##imported-end##

Anonymous

1089w ago

I spent many days in the Duncan household when I was young. I remember Mark with his falcons and was always so facinated with the way he could train them and how expert he was at handling them. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. Mostly I'm sorry for all the years that have gone by without seeing him or getting to know him as an adult. I loved reading the thoughts and memories of others.##imported-begin##Cindy (Newell) Burbidge##imported-end##

Anonymous

1090w ago

I had the honors of being in the Duncan family for many years and knowing just how wonderful of a person Mark was. We also shared many laughs and memories as we worked together at Tacoma Pacific Fred Meyer. Mark was truely a man with a big heart. I remember every time the family would get together just like is father once did he would grab all of his little neices and nephews and give them a great big bear hug ! Mark truely loved his family and would do anything for them . I am greatful that they were right by his side holding his hand and kissing him until he went to be with our Father in Heaven and there father .I will miss you Mark! My heart goes out to the entire Duncan family. I love you all.##imported-begin##Deena Rexroat##imported-end##

Anonymous

1090w ago

Thank you Mark for being my mentor, and for days in the field with birds on the wing.##imported-begin##Greg Turner##imported-end##

Anonymous

1090w ago

My big brother Mark..... Words just can not explain the love that he shared. For the last 15 years I have had the pleasure to work at the same company as Mark and we have shared some amazing stories... and night mares. I loved our lengthy conversations about work and will truely miss them... Mark was a wonderful Brother, Uncle, and Friend. He is now back with our Dad and I bet Dad was waiting for him at the Pearly Gates.... Mark I love you and enjoyed the time I spent with you these last years. I will miss you and cherish your memories throughout the rest of my life. I will see you again and until then, God be with you til we meet again. All my love, your little Brother Brent......##imported-begin##Brent Duncan##imported-end##

Anonymous

1090w ago

My uncle mark. He was one of my favorite uncles. He would always give my hugs everytime i saw him. He loved fishing and boxing. He would always watch boxing matches with my dad and i. He was the most loving caring gentlest man on the earth and I love him very much. I am going to miss him but i know we will see each other again someday. I love you very much mark and take care of grandpa for me.
Love, Tyler##imported-begin##Tyler Duncan##imported-end##

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