Ray Dean Duncan born February 25, 1930 passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Our faithful, loving daddy, Ray Dean Duncan born February 25, 1930 passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Ruby Carolyn Hill Duncan, a son, Alton Keith Duncan, a grandson, Marcus Leon Bridges and 15 brothers and sisters.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Sandra Arrowood (Dennis), Faye Bridges (Pete), Martha Searcy (Gary), Alan Duncan (Barbara), and daughter-in-law, Jennie Cox (Gene), 12 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, and many, many nephews and nieces.

Ray was a charter member of Welcome Home Baptist Church. He was currently a member of Piney Knob Baptist Church.

Singing was a big part of his life; he sang with the Psalmist Quartet for many years and was dedicated to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ.

In 1960 he started Duncan Plumbing-Heat and Air which became Duncan and Sons when his two sons joined the business. Today his legacy of hard work has been passed down through his son and grandsons.

A funeral was held April 23 at Piney Knob Baptist Church with Rev. Casey Stockton, Rev. Kevin Hill, Rev. Michael Brown, Rev. Tim Biddix and Rev. Pete Bridges officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Shingle Hollow Volunteer Fire Department 2621 Cove Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.

Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family of Ray Duncan.