Charles M. Duncan

It is with great sadness we announce that Chuck was taken from us suddenly after enduring complications with lung illness. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Diane; their children, Gina (Dan), James (Tracey) and their grandchildren, Steven and Cassidy. The care given by the ACU nursing staff and ER of the Saanich Peninsula Hospital was much appreciated.

Chuck was predeceased by his parents, James and Alice, five brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by his sister, June (Mike) and several nieces, nephews and cousins, close to his heart.

He had a true love for all animals, but dogs were top of his list. He will be missed by all his dog-lover pals at the park for sure. He was known for a good sense of humour and a caring attitude.

His Military (Navy) Career from 1956-1987 took him on a road from an Able Seaman to a man commissioned from the ranks to Lieutenant(N) when he retired. He was well respected in every position given him in the Canadian Armed Forces, whether on a ship, Army or Air Force Base. He was well-liked at CFB North Bay as the Base Exchange Officer.

Chuck and Diane met in Toronto, Ontario, where they were both born and raised, and married on August 31st, 1963. They moved to Victoria, BC where he served on the HMCS Glasgow. Gina was born, and when she was 7 months old, he was posted to England for submarine training. After nearly three years at HMS Dolphin, in Portsmouth, he was posted back to Victoria, BC, where James was born.

During his career the family was posted to BC, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and England. Chuck also completed a tour of Peacekeeping Duty in Ismailia, Egypt in 1979. He and his family enjoyed globe-trotting for the most part, but his duties often took him away from the family for long periods of time, which was very unpleasant.

After his military career, and back in Victoria, he worked in retail part-time, until his young Autistic granddaughter, Cassidy, was in elementary school. He then took on full responsibility for teaching/mentoring her. Due to his loving attention, Cassidy has surpassed all expectations of her teachers, and those who have known her. Steven and Cassidy have had a close relationship with Chuck, and enjoyed many discussions about the world, sports, news, and their own individual talents. They will miss him always. A Celebration of his life will take place at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC - at 2pm on Saturday, January 23rd, 2016. Condolences may be sent to www.firstmemorialfuneral.com “Ready, Aye, Ready” Chuck!