James David Duncan, age 73, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in Oklahoma City. He was born January 23, 1951 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to William David and Argie (Sullivan) Duncan. Jim graduated from Putnam City High School. He then joined the United States Marine Corps in 1971 and served during Vietnam, being honorably discharged in 1975. Jim married Wendy Doescher on June 4, 1977 and lovingly raised their daughter, Kathryn. Jim was a retired Oklahoma City Police officer who proudly served his community. He was an avid gun collector, he loved classic cars and rebuilt many over the years. Above all else, he loved his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Wendy Duncan (2008); and sister, Mary Frances Drinkwater.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Kathryn and Jared Gritzmaker; granddaughter, Willow Gritzmaker; brother, Thomas Duncan; sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Michael Gallagher; nieces and nephews, Jennifer Anderson, Duncan Drinkwater, Kimberly Duncan, Belinda Duncan, Jeffrey Duncan; as well as other family members and friends.
Graveside services will be 3pm Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Yukon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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