Meggan Meints

Friday, September 18, 2015

I don't stay in touch with many from home, so I got this sad news rather late. I loved taking History with Mr. Duncan...and I hated History at the time. I know I wasn't the only one to get my name and some infamous dumb quotes written on the board... But as he scribbled my dumb rantings in front of everyone, daily...it sure felt like I was. I can even still picture the smirk on his face as he paused in disbelief, just before grabbing the chalk...all the while shaking his head at me. Lol. He was by far my favorite high school teacher.

Joe Baker

Saturday, June 27, 2015

Just heard about Jimmy's passing. He was a big influence on me in the late 60s and later on to my son. We both enjoyed arguing with him about history and I think he enjoyed a good discussion. Clinton Yellowjackets, St Louis Cardinal baseball, the Hawgs and his favorite Razorback, Mr Alworth

Paul, Candace & Ben Smith

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Our condolences to all of you. I've thought much about what an influence Mr. Duncan, I still can't say Jimmy, after all these years, was on my life. One of my role models in education and athletics, many of my stories in the class room and on the road to games that I was so very lucky to attend with you all, I've passed to our son and he laughs and has learned so much though Mr. Duncan's influence on me. Words just can't do justice for all he did for me and my family in school and through the Church.

melvin

Wednesday, June 17, 2015

To the family I send my warmest and sincerest sympathy for the loss of a good good man. I can never think about the game of baseball without thinking of Jimmy Duncan. He was my coach, teacher, driving instructor, and a good respected friend. They are so many things I could say about Mr. Duncan but the main thing is we that are saved by the grace of God will get to see him again. I'm so sorry to have missed the funeral but I just found out today and my heart hurts for all of you. Love in Christ melvin emerson

Lance Duncan

Monday, June 15, 2015

Thank you everyone.

Trina, how in the world did he peg a girly girl like you as "The Duke"? That's hilarious. It was good seeing you the other day. You have not aged one year - gorgeous as ever.

I guess it's just our time to say goodbye to some of the people who shaped us. I've been saddened very recently at the loss of people like Sam Shannon Sr., Kay Story, Bob Hill, Missy Crockett, the one and only Nick Jones, Ted Whillock, others I cannot think of right now, and now Dad. I hope that saying goodbye thing slows itself down a bit.

One blur of a memory I have that Clinton can enjoy was a time Dad was keeping score at a basketball game. Of course referees have to communicate their decisions to the scorekeeper. In this one instance, I think the ref wanted to T-up Dad because Dad was yelling at him while notating the call - foul, walking, whatever it was Dad didn't agree with. Can a ref call a technical foul on the official scorekeeper? Or perhaps toss the official scorekeeper from the gymnasium altogether? I think he wanted to. Dad was furious and I think Jim Van Horn was egging him on. It was great.

Dad bled Clinton Yellow Jacket sports and had a fire for the girls' teams just as much as the boys' teams. Thank God for Myra Jackson and Tammy Hodges leading us to a state basketball championship. Dad needed that.

Of course Dad also loved his churches. It was so good to reconnect with you all this weekend.

Thanks again everyone and thank you all for the flowers. I tried mightily this past year to get Dad to move up to Bentonville with me after his health declined. He kept putting me off every time. He didn't want to leave Clinton. He loved all of you.

Charlie & Laura Grimes

Sunday, June 14, 2015

Duncan Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the
loss of Jimmy.
Our prayers are with you all.
May the Lord comfort you all
in your loss.

Jennifer Barnes

Saturday, June 13, 2015

He was a funny unique teacher and I am blessed to have known him and to have had him as a teacher. Years later I enjoyed him as a customer at my work. He was always getting me to smile. He will be missed and loved by many. Rest in Peace Mr Duncan.

Wayne and Joclynn Flowers

Saturday, June 13, 2015

We began attending Formosa about 15 years ago. Jimmy explained practically everything in the Bible to us. He was a great Bible scholar. I can't express how sad we are for all the family. He loved you all so much and told us that nearly every week. God Bless and comfort you all.

Carla Morrison Duvall

Saturday, June 13, 2015

I am sorry for your family's loss..Mr Duncan was a great mentor and I'm enriched by the blessing and strength he taught me

Rexanna Warren

Saturday, June 13, 2015

Praying for all his family and friends. He will be missed.

Reba bonds rooney

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr Duncan was a specail person,he will be missed

Brandi Lewis

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr. Duncan was always one that I wanted to catch up with post-graduation. It's sad to hear he's already gone. The only class I had with him was World History my freshman year and a lot of my favorite high school memories are from that class. Mr. Duncan had the reputation for being a 'cool' but hard teacher. He acted tough on us but he had a gift for making each of us feel special. He announced the football games and I guess attended most if the school's sporting events- he was a pilar for our school, he was a legend. I hope he knew how important he was to me and to so many others. And like so many educators, he made his life count. Thank you Mr. Duncan, you will be missed.

Rance Dean

Friday, June 12, 2015

You will never be forgotten,a unique individual who touched thousand of students minds and hearts at Clinton High School.

Morris Bramlett

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr. Duncan, I hope you score a 90%, so you can enter the pearly gates without having to do your homework next week!
You inspired me in your classes, and turned me into a history buff. Many of my favorite memories from playing softball in the 80's involve games against you. I loved competing against you, was happy there was never hard feelings after the games were over. You were one of my favorites. My thoughts are with the family. You will be missed.

Delila Ferrell Wolfe

Friday, June 12, 2015

Rest in peace Mr. Duncan. You made an impact on the countless students that you taught. The community that you loved...loved you right back. Your shoes can never be filled. Prayers of comfort for your family. You will be missed.

Kaye Farrington

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr. Duncan was a wonderful teacher and an inspiration to me. He will greatly missed.

Sheila Isbell Pearson

Friday, June 12, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mr. Duncan was my favorite teacher and I will miss him dearly. I will miss seeing his smile.

Trina Jones

Friday, June 12, 2015

Lance and family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The class of 1984 loved Mr. Duncan. I will never forget him standing outside his classroom door everyday as we all would walk down the hall to his class. His nickname for me all through high school was "Duke" because he said is walked prissy like John Wayne, which was is favorite actor. Rest in peace Mr. Duncan, we will miss you. I'll even miss hearing you call out here comes Duke... it would make me laugh everyday. Thank you for making us all love school.

Brandy Lott

Friday, June 12, 2015

He was my favorite teacher. He was my mother's favorite teacher as well.

Aalesha Ridings Cartner

Friday, June 12, 2015

Words can not express the sadness I feel right now. I just saw you a few days ago at Huddle House and I sat down beside you and gave you a big hug and chatted. You were an amazing teacher and a great friend to my Dad. I love hearing the memories of you guys playing golf, floating the river, and many football game adventures. You will truly be missed and always loved.

Lavonne Huggins Roddy

Friday, June 12, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with y'all. Great memories of Mr Duncan in school and around Clinton.

Debbie Gray

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr. Duncan (dunk) as we called him in school was my favorite teacher. We have lost a great man and a great teacher to many. My heart breaks for the boys especially Tim.

Robbie Robison

Friday, June 12, 2015

Mr. Duncan as much respect as I have for you as a teacher, it doesn't compare to my memories in Church. You tried for 10 years to get me in Church and no matter how many times I said no, you never blinked or treated me any different. You finally got me there and I've been there ever since. You Baptized me and through all of my trials and tribulations, you still treated me with kindness and respect. Thank you and I know you are grinning while looking down at what you meant to all of us. Bless you and your family.

Edd & Dee Ridings

Friday, June 12, 2015

I've lost a dear friend. He could always bring a smile to my face with his dry sense of humor. I will truly miss him but know he is in a much better place now! Goodby Jim!