He and his wife Carolyn moved to Fullerton in 1962 when Duncan began teaching English at Buena Park High School. He later chaired the English Department at Troy High School; served as Assistant Principal of Troy; Principal of Nicolas Junior High; and ultimately as Superintendent of Fullerton School District for 15 years.
Duncan has been an active volunteer at Providence St. Jude for nearly 15 years, including member of the Institutional Review Board; Volunteer Guild President; and No One Dies Alone Program Coordinator. In 2019, Duncan and Carolyn wanted to build a legacy at Providence St. Jude, and established a named endowed fund, which will provide rehabilitation education for caregivers in autoimmune disease, stroke and diabetes.
What motivates your desire to give back?
Providence St Jude Medical Center has been and is important to the health of our family since 1970. We are grateful for all we have received over the years.
Why are you supporting the medical center?
As a volunteer for over almost fifteen years, I have seen the impact of the myriad of services provided at St. Jude. We all need St. Jude to continue to serve and thrive.
Why did you agree to join the foundation board?
Being a member of the Foundation Board gives me the opportunity to serve Providence St Jude through philanthropy. It is an honor to serve.
