Melvin C. Duncan

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Visitation
Roller McNutt Funeral Home Chapel
1902 Highway 65 South
Clinton, AR  72031
Thursday, December 4, 2014
5:00-7:00pm
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel
1902 Highway 65 South
Clinton, AR  72031
Friday, December 5, 2014
11:00am
Cemetery
Dennard Cemetery
Hwy 65 North
Dennard, AR  72629
Melvin C. DuncanI am a Veteran.

of Dennard, AR

June 27, 1940 - December 1, 2014

Melvin C. Duncan 74, of Dennard, Arkansas passed away December 1, 2014. He was born June 27, 1940 at Shirley, Arkansas to Daniel and Ruby Ellen (Blair) Duncan.

He served in the US Navy aboard ship during the Vietnam War. He retired after 20 years of service, his last tour of duty was aboard the USS Orion. He was an author of 22 science fiction books.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and a sister, and one daughter, Ruth Ellen Black.

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Sarah Elizabeth (Vanhorn) Duncan of the home, four daughters, Elizabeth and Arthur Basham of Dennard, AR; Anita and Lance Wilkinson of Kileen, TX; Karrie Gross of Coldwater MS; and Patricia and Greg Coley of Mt Arie, GA; twelve grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, three sisters, Lois Lawrence of Salem, AR; Sherry Johnson of Conway, AR; and Sharon Hampton of Plummerville, AR, one brother, Samuel Joe Duncan of Clinton, AR; and many close friends.

Pallbearers: Brian Story, Sean Gray, Tyler Story, Lance Wilkinson, Arthur Basham and Greg Coley.

Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Thursday, December 4, 2014 and Funeral Service will be 11:00am Friday, December 5, 2014 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel Clinton, Arkansas with Pastor Greg Coley, Sean Gray, and Lance Wilkinson officiating. Burial will follow in Dennard Cemetery with US Navy Military Honors.

Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com

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9 Condolence(s)
Alice Chambers
Shirley, AR
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Sarah, So sorry to hear about Melvin's passing. I enjoyed the time I interviewed him about his books, and talking about the cats.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Blessings,
Alice

Charlie & Laura Grimes
Clinton, AR
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Friday, December 5, 2014

Sarah & Family, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of Melvin. Our prayers are with you all. May God comfort you all in your loss. God Bless You.

vicki hutto
clinton,
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Thursday, December 4, 2014

So sorry. Sarah, loved hearing you talk about your husband. Yall truely loved each other. Our prayers are with ya. Love

thomas liscomb
trumann,
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

I am so very sorry for your families lose and I would be honored to be able to do this for your family and a fallen brother in arms. As I am prier army

Wayne Helms
Fort Smith, AR
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Yet another Brother in Arms has reached his final mission on earth and now reports for his next assignment.
May the family of CPO Melvin C. Duncan find comfort in Gods word.Thank you, for your service and your sacrifices you will not be forgotten. My Heartfelt condolences go out to all family and friends of this Great American Patriot.

Janie Cannon
Searcy, AR
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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Sara & Family,
My heart breaks for you all. Sara as we talked the other night we expected to spend many more years together with our husbands, but God sometimes changes plans to what we have. I love the picture you chose to use for the picture of Melvin, it reminds me of all the fun times we had when he would come in on leave and we would hang out with our cousin (Cecil Duncan). I want you all to know I will be praying for all of you in the days ahead that the Lord will just wrap you all in His arms and give you comfort & strength and the peace of God that passeth all understanding. Philippians 4:7. I know there are some of you that I haven't yet met, but as a family I know I will love all of you. RIP Melvin Duncan!

Cathy Miles
Clinton, AR
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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss . Spent a lot of time working with Melvin @ Walmart . REST IN PEACE MELVIN

Lois Lawrence
Salem, AR
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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

With all my love to Sara and all the girls.
My sister and nieces...
I know it is hard for a sister but Sara has lost a husband, the girls a father.
Just know I'm here for you
With all my love and prayers.

Mary Jean Hall
Scotland, AR
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Tuesday, December 2, 2014

My thoughts are with you and your family.
Mary Jean Hall