Pansy Pauline Duncan

August 10, 1932 - November 05, 2011

Obituary For Pansy Pauline Duncan

Pansy Pauline Duncan, the matriarch of our family, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 5, 2011. Pansy was born to Weslie and Mary Powell on August 10, 1932 in Hillburn, NY where she resided until relocating to Raleigh, NC in 2007. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Pansy was a lifelong member of Brook Presbyterian Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and volunteering. While she retired from Lederle Laboratory in Pearl River, NY after 30 years of service, her lifeâ??s calling was nurturing her family and making all who entered her home feel welcomed. She taught her family and countless others the meaning of love and importance of family.

Pansy is survived by her husband Jesse, daughters Michelle Russo and husband Bill of Raleigh, NC and Linda Lankford and husband Warren of Wake Forest, NC; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, brothers Richard, Carmen, Michael and sister Ina and a host of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by brother, Wesley.

Visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Renaissance Funeral Home, 7615 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27615. Funeral services will immediately follow the conclusion of visitation. Following the service, a repast will be held at Crossroads Fellowship Church. Pansy will be buried near her parents in Airmont Lutheran Cemetery in Suffern, NY.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to: Hospice of Wake 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607 www.hospiceofwake.org or by phone (919) 828-0890

Alzheimerâ??s Association Eastern North Carolina 3737 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27612 To access and donate please visit www.alz.org, click DONATE NOW, then on the far left click TRIBUTE and click FIND A TRIBUTE and type: Pansy Duncan.

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September 01, 2020

Alex

My deepest condolences are extended to you and your family during this difficult time. May the verse of John 5:28,29 give you comfort. this verse has helped me and other and i hope it does the same for you.
September 01, 2020

Teresa Lee

May the God of peace and comfort be with you . My prayers will continually be with you. I pray that God will strengthen you. I am truly sorry for your lost, but I know God will be there for you. God bless you.
September 01, 2020

vicki powell

my sister, may God bless her, she was a wonderful light in my life, she always treated me as a sister not an in law, I will always have those shopping memories, the parties and the get togethers at her home, she was truly a wonderful, loving sister
September 01, 2020

Angela Coleman

Michelle, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. May the peace of God be with you and your family during this difficult time.
September 01, 2020

Guy and Sherry Allis

Michelle, Sherry and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. The picture of you giving your mother a kiss is precious and one I'll bet you look at often in the days ahead. I too lost my mother this year and still miss the daily calls to see how she's doing. The days ahead will be difficult, but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 01, 2020

Bonni O'Blenis

Michelle & Linda, I have such great memories of your Mom, One of many memories is being at your house on a saturday after your mother came home from shopping (shop-rite) us sitting at the table while she put groceries away the way she put her cold cuts in those containers so they would not spoil. You know I do the same too. We could always be at your house and feel welcome by your Mom & Dad. I have alot of good memories of your Mom, your house was like a second home. Thanks for the GREAT memories Pansy. Love you all, God Bless Bonni
September 01, 2020

Patti Lyn Van Dunk Carrington

Dear friends/family, growing up next door to such a great family was a highlight of my life. There are far to many individual times to reflect on at a time like this. Please know that Sam, Mike and I are with you all at this time with our thoughts and prayers. May Pansy rest in the arms of the Lord and may you all be comforted with precious memories at this most difficult of times. Love and comfort to you all.
September 01, 2020

Tom and Jane Shiko

Dear Bruce and family, Our thoughts are with you as you experience these days of mourning and grief. As neighbors and friends, we have shared similar struggles with Alzeheimers. Pansy is free from her struggles here, having finished her course, and having runned with great faith her journey through this life. Her illness is gone, she rests in her Savior's care and we trust that all who miss her will find comfort in this assurance. May the void created by her death soon be filled with fond memories of shared life together.
September 01, 2020

Morris & Kassandra Watson

Linda and family, my heartfelt and sincerest condolences to you all. Your love for your mother and the many wonderful memories that you all have will sustain you as will God's love and faithfulness. May the Lord grant you all peace that surpasses all understanding. Sending hugs and much love your way. Morris, Kassandra, Kristian & Trey
September 01, 2020

Betty Minton

Linda and family- I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I know this is a difficult time, but know that you are all in my prayers. I know that you will miss her terribly, but you have all of your wonderful memories and what she has taught you, which is evident in the way you live your lives. Always remember the good times and the love and laughter. Please let me know anything I can do to help at this difficult time. Love you,
September 01, 2020

Denise Long

Linda, I'm so sad to hear of your mother's passing and yet heaven and the angles rejoice! It is with such mixed feelings we loose a Christian family member. My prayers are with those left behind...for only a while. May God grant you peace which only He can give. Your family is so strong and you will share this journey together. With much love, Denise
September 01, 2020

Barbara Clayton

Hi Linda and Family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 01, 2020

Lori Powell Deretchin

From creatures now my soul is free, Detached from all created things; Now she at last has taken wings And lives her life delectably, To God, and God alone she clings. ~ St. John of The Cross RIP my beautiful Aunt Pansy, you will forever live in my memory & in my heart. I love you ?
September 01, 2020

Sharon & Blaney Harper

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared and the love and caring of friends, comfort you now and in the days ahead.