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MITCHELL GORDON DUNCAN

Date of Passing: Mar 05, 2019

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MITCHELL GORDON DUNCAN It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family announce the passing of Mitchell Gordon Duncan, age 56, on March 5, 2019, at his home in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Mitch is survived by his son Joseph (Angele) Turchyn; grandchildren, Brehanna, Joseph (JJ) and Chase; mother Marjorie; sisters, Lynn (Jim) McLean and Pam Horan (Shaun); brothers, Ron (Donna) and John (Desirae) Duncan; nieces, Lyndsey, Carly, and Hanna; nephews, Brendon, Nick, Colin, Chris, and Adam, who will all carry on his memory. Mitch was predeceased by his father Gordon Duncan. Mitch lived his life to the fullest - worked hard and played hard. He was a driven entrepreneur and ran an accounting practice where he took pride in helping people to set up and run businesses, and was very passionate about making things right in the world. Mitch pursued his passions - hockey, baseball, skiing, fishing, reading, and travel. He thoroughly enjoyed time spent with his family and friends on his adventurous journey. Mitch had a strong connection to Flin Flon, Manitoba where he took pride in sharing his Walleye holes at his "secret lake" and where he began his passion for the game of hockey. Mitch achieved great success in hockey, playing in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League for the Winnipeg South Blues when they won the Manitoba Championship in the early 80s and spent two years playing in the British Ice Hockey league where he was scoring leader of the league. Mitch received the Province of Manitoba Order of Sports Excellence in 1982 when they beat the Flin Flon Bombers to win the Manitoba Junior Hockey League championship. Son, Father, Grandfather (Pops), Brother, Uncle and Friend - although taken from us too young, we remember all the great times together! Cheers to finding the best fishing holes in heaven! A celebration of Mitch's life will be held from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2019, at the Niakwa Golf and Country Club where you can drop in anytime. Friends and relatives are encouraged to share in a eulogy, photo-tribute, stories, and condolences for the family by visiting Mitch's memorial page at IntegrityDeathCare.com INTEGRITY Cremation & Funeral Planning 204-295-5408 - IntegrityDeathCare.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 09, 2019

Condolences & Memories (19 entries)

  • We are so sorry to hear of Mitch's passing. Please accept our delayed condolences. To the entire Duncan family....you are a special breed as far as we can tell. Beautiful in every sense of the word, motivated beyond the norm, and thoroughly engaged in all that life has to offer. Without having known Mitch himself, we know enough about the rest of you and from the tributes to understand he was a Duncan through and through. May your cherished memories of Mitch living life to the fullest with his heart wide open offer you all a sweet landing place in your sorrow and grief. Much love to you all. Anna DiMarco and Gary Coleman - Posted by: Anna DiMarco (Friend of the family) on: Mar 24, 2019

  • I’m so sorry I couldn’t make Mich’s Memorial. While I haven’t seen Mitch for many years, we spent a lifetime growing up with many others as we followed our hockey dream together. Mitch was always a smile, a laugh, a reason for hanging in there and putting up with all the complications of growing up. Without knowing him as well as I wish as we grew older, I know the Mitch I grew up with would be a warm, caring and thoughtful person as he proceeded in life. From far away I will always think of him as a friend, as a bright light that brought others joy and opportunity. Rest in peace Mitch. You did good work here and all of us are thankful. - Posted by: Mike cory (Old hockey friend) on: Mar 16, 2019

  • So sorry for your loss. I also lived on Duluth Bay and have nothing but fond memories of Mitch and his whole family. Once again sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Grant borger (Friend) on: Mar 16, 2019

  • I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Mitch. My thoughts are with his family. Rest in peace my friend. Janie - Posted by: Janie Duncan (Friend) on: Mar 15, 2019

  • My deepest condolences go out to Joey, the grandkids and the rest of the Duncan family. Never a dull moment when Mitch was around from the earliest of memories back to when we moved in across the street back in the 1960s. His crazy grin, chuckle, and devilish grin will never be forgotten. Not the easiest guy to understand, especially during the years when Mitch went with no teeth from being an extremely competitive hockey player. Hoping that one day Mitch and Tocchet will be reunited in a better place. Until then brotha...rest in peace. Thanks for making my world better by having known you. Cheers! Rodney. - Posted by: Rod Stephanchew (Friend) on: Mar 15, 2019

  • To Marg& Family, so sorry for your loss. Mitch was one of a kind. When we moved to Duluth Bay in 1967, we became neighbors of the Duncan Clan. Our boys grew up together & shared many wonderful memories with this great family. Rick & Mitch were best friends & this friendship continued through adulthood. Mitch was always fun to be around & he lived life to the fullest. Gone too soon & we will miss his big personality & that mischievous smile of his. Rest in peace Mitch. You will be missed. - Posted by: Richard & Louise Stephanchew (Family Friends) on: Mar 15, 2019

  • Mitch was awesome...I worked at Century Arena during his time with the Winnipeg South Blues and found his easy smile and distinctive voice and crazy stories, a riot. We have a ton of mutual friends - near and far - and when anyone of them heard of his passing they relayed how sad they were and what a great guy he was. RIP Mitch and my condolences to all of his loved ones. - Posted by: Leslie Milne (Friend) on: Mar 13, 2019

  • Ron / John and family. Mitch and his mischievous grin will be sadly missed. Refereeing Mitch thru the years it never mattered how the game went he was always the 1st to come up after the game to thank us. R.I.P. my friend !!! - Posted by: Rod B (Friend) on: Mar 13, 2019

  • This is so very very sad!!!!! I met Mitch at hockey school when I was 10 years young. He was the nicest guy to everyone, so outgoing and always sported a BIG SMILE!!!! Just most recently re-connected with Mitch last year. Planned on a fishing trip this summer and having him visit Playa del Carmen next winter. My sincere condolences to the Duncan family and all of his former teammates and many many friends. - Posted by: Murray Brace (Friend) on: Mar 13, 2019

  • Big smile. Big laugh. Big heart. - Posted by: Pat Liss (Flin Flonner) on: Mar 11, 2019

  • Deepest condolences to the family. Going to miss you my friend... RIP pal.. see you on the other side. - Posted by: Dan Malkowich...aka the other Mitch (Buddies) on: Mar 11, 2019

  • It is with great sadness to hear of Mitch's passing. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family. I first met Mitch when he was playing hockey in England in 1985. Over the years I have had the great pleasure of spending time in his company. Mitch was a very caring and thoughtful friend and will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Dean Bevan (Friend) on: Mar 11, 2019

  • Joey and family I did not have the pleasure of knowing your father but following your post on facebook in the last couple of days reflects on how much you truly loved him and will miss him, I am so sorry for your loss and feel your pain. Sending love and prayers. Love Aunt Mad xoxo - Posted by: Madeleine Bos (Aunt) on: Mar 11, 2019

  • Our condolences to the whole family on Mitch's passing. We are so very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Bruce and Shelly Paton (friends) on: Mar 10, 2019

  • He flew from Canada to England within a couple of hours from getting off the plane he was on the ice playing for the Chiefs against Billingham. What a brilliant first impression he made, total commitment and dedication. Because of his lovely personality he soon made lots of friends and was very popular off the ice, a true gentleman. During the two years that he spent in Sunderland I am proud to say he was my friend, I drove trucks for a living and I remember Mitch coming with me to Scotland to visit the country of his ancestors. I have lots of memories of this great guy that will stay with me forever. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Graham Aisbitt (Former manager Sunderland Chiefs) on: Mar 10, 2019

  • Mitch, we sure had some amazing times together. I’m Not sure if there’s a bigger heart out there, my kids and I will miss fishing with the captain of Ralph’s 30’ pontoon in Flin Flon. RIP Mitch. - Posted by: Pete (Friend ) on: Mar 09, 2019

  • Deepest condolences to all the Duncan families. R I P Mitch!! You truly were a character. - Posted by: Ross & Wendy Marsch (Played hockey with Mitch back in the 90’s) on: Mar 09, 2019

  • Sincere condolensces to the Duncan family. I was lucky to be a friend of Mitch since 1985 and it was great to see him last year when he visited. Such a sad loss. Given his great character he made friends instantly in the pub and will be missed by all in GB. Mick - Posted by: Mick Stafford (Friend and Team Mate) on: Mar 09, 2019

  • Very sad to hear of Mitch's passing... he truly made an impact, a caring, compassionate person, how lucky we were to know him. -Paul - Posted by: Paul Buchanan (Friend) on: Mar 09, 2019

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