Robert Merle Duncan

December 27, 2012 By obits 5 Comments

Robert Merle Duncan, 65, of Baldwin City, Kansas, passed away December 22, 2012 at his home, under the care of the Douglas County VNA Hospice.

He was born December 11, 1947 in Manhattan, Kansas, son of Alley and Avis Hobble Duncan.

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Posted by obits on December 27, 2012 5 Comments

Messages of Condolence

Ronda Miller says:

My heart felt condolences for the loss to family and friends. I didn’t know Merle well, but I knew him to be a loving provider for his family.

God bless.

Ronda, Scott and Apple
Debby says:

I miss you Lovey!
David Mitchell says:

I grew up with Merle, same age. One block apart. I carried him on my shoulders on our way to Aggieville to look like a really tall person. Lot of good memories and fun. He will be missed. A very good person.
George Shupe says:

My condolences to Merle’s family and friends. I feel too a loss with his passing. He was a good friend to me in high school and early college years. Glad we reconnected a few years back, though briefly – he was still the same great guy!
David Henderson says:

Just learned of Merle’s passing. Merle and I attended Bluemont grade school together in Manhattan, KS. We were good friends. I remember Merle attending my birthday party when I turned 10 years old and the good times we had in high school. I enjoyed the times we shared together growing up. My thoughts are with Merle’s family. I know he will be missed by all.

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