Robert Duncan

Robert Duncan

EAST BERNE — “We are saddened to announce the passing of Robert ‘Bob’ Duncan, 76, of East Berne on September 27, 2023,” his family wrote in a tribute. “He lost his short battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family.

“Bob was a jack of all trades and had many talents. He also had a lifelong love of horses, in his spare time he could usually be found in the horse barn doing what he loves. His last wishes were that he be cremated and a private ceremony.

“Bob is survived by the love of his life, Lynn Duncan, and their five children, Bryan Duncan of Albany, Kelly Gray of Westerlo, Scott (Jennifer) Duncan of East Berne, Shawn Duncan of East Berne, and Greg Duncan of Cobleskill.

“Bob is also survived by his 16 grandchildren, Jennifer (Jason) McCulloch, Erica Duncan, Brandon Kallner, Brian Pitts, Devon Duncan, Emma Pitts, Chad Duncan, Dylan Duncan, Alexis Duncan, Kaylee Duncan, Trevor Klaas, Alissa Duncan, Caleb Duncan.,Gunner Duncan, Chandler Duncan, and Grayson Duncan.”

He is also survived by his many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

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