Richard Bland "Dick" Duncan, 84, died May 30, 2024, at St. Mary's Hospital, Tucson, AZ. Dick was born on October 26, 1939, in Moline, IL, to F. Bland and Darlene M. (Brady) Duncan. He was educated in Moline schools, graduating from Moline High School in 1957. He attended Augustana College for 1 year before transferring to Illinois State University, receiving his Bachelor's degree in mathematics education in 1964.

Dick's employment began in high school at Mayer & Johnson's menswear store, a job he thoroughly enjoyed. Post college he taught and coached basketball for 2 years at high schools in Ohio, IL, and Mt. Morris, IL. In 1966, Dick began his career with Deere and Company as a mechanical engineer. He spent the majority of his years at Plow-Planter works and retired in 1999. Richard Duncan married Doris Erickson in 1959. They raised 2 children before they eventually divorced. In 1986, Dick married Janet Verschoore and her 2 sons were added to his family. Dick and Jan then fulfilled their retirement dream by moving to Green Valley, AZ, in 2001.

Dick enjoyed many sports throughout his life. He hunted and fished starting from a young age. Dick also was an avid golfer until 2 weeks before his death. He participated in several work leagues and played a yearly competition against his son for the family trophy. But basketball was a favorite. Dick played recreational basketball, coached high school and little league levels, and was a lifelong Moline Maroons fan. He was thrilled about Moline's 2023 State Championship.

Dick is survived by his wife Janet; daughter Lynn (Carl) White and son Todd (Brenda) Duncan; grandchildren Ian (Kate) White, Evan (Kaleigh Trammell) White, Jennie (Alex Fleming) White, Jared and (Sage Doane) Duncan, and Lauren (Vincent) Dixon; stepsons Bryan Verschoore and Bradley Verschoore; several cousins; and many cherished friends. The family especially thanks Jack and Sandy Beck of Green Valley for their friendship and support. Many of his friends have said the word to describe Dick Duncan is "gentleman."

Per his wishes, cremation was handled by Green Valley Mortuary and Crematory, Green Valley, AZ. The family is planning a memorial gathering at a later date in Moline. Memorials may be made in Dick's honor to any local food bank or pantry.