February 7, 1937 – July 20, 2017
at the age of 80 years
A Celebration of life for Gladys will be held at the Sunnybrae Community Hall on July 29th at 1 pm.
Gladys Duncan, age 80 passed away peacefully July 20th at her home in Sunnybrae surrounded by her loved ones after her courageous battle with cancer. Born February 7th 1937 in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan. Her journeys took her to many locations, she settled in Prince George where she met her beloved lifetime partner George Duncan. A devoted caring mother to her three children; Beverley Huppie, Bradley Duncan (Sylvia) and Gregory Duncan (Gladys) who welcomed his mother with open arms in heaven. Grandchildren; Jessi (Chris), Jonna (Fergus), Christina, George, Natasha and Chelsea (Dan). Great Grandchildren; Christian, Dylan, Destiny, Gracie and Jaxson. Survived by brothers and sisters; Delbert Evans, Ron Evans, Rose Magnusson and Lillian Massicotte. Predeceased by brothers and sisters; Leslie Evans, Norman Evans, Jean Sigerest and Murriel Dorchester. Her many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
In 1973 George and Gladys made their final destination in Salmon Arm, B.C. Gladys worked serving in several local restaurants throughout her years, she was known for her hard work ethic and charming personality. She spent her retirement years in Sunnybrae with George working many hours in the beautiful yard and flower gardens surrounding their home on Shuswap Lake. Gladys loved quadding, hunting, ski-dooing, mushroom picking, horseback riding, Gymkhana and of course fishing especially for salmon on the Skeena and trout in Greeny Lake. One of Gladys’ biggest loves in life was music and dancing, her feet were never still. Her passion took her to actively participate and volunteer for the community. She performed and taught line dancing, took part in several 100 Guitar celebrations, even dressing up for the part.
Gladys will always be remembered for the generous warmth in her heart that brought laughter and love to everyone she knew and met. She will be dearly missed by all her friends, family and loved ones.
Thank you to Dr. Laura Hepburn, Dr. Main, Nurse Janine, Community Care support and Hospice for their compassionate care of our beloved Gladys.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, PO Box 3451, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4S2.
My deepest and sincere condolences to George and family. I was saddened to hear of her passing. I will always have many fond memories of Gladys. She was a very beautiful and special person. XO
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Gladys, as well as all your family were grateful customers of mine for many, many years. I will always remember Gladys’ smile. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
Debi—Tappen Esso