Prominent BC control-line flier Bruce Duncan dies

Allan "Bruce" Duncan, a longtime member of the Vancouver Gas Model Club in British Columbia, died June 7, 2023, at the age of 85. He was a regular at control-line contests in the Northwest for many years, active in Speed, Racing and other events

"Bruce has had a very long association with the Vancouver Gas Model Club, and probably held all Executive positions at one time or another," said VGMC President Chris Cox. "Needless to say that Bruce was one of the Club’s most committed members and wanted nothing but the very best for the club at all times."

The following information ws provided by the Duncan family.

Allan ‘Bruce’ Duncan Feb 24, 1938 - June 7, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dad, Bruce Duncan.

Bruce passed away peacefully on June 7, 2023.

He was born in Vancouver in 1938 and grew up near Queen Elizabeth Park.  In recent years, home was Forest Green Estates in Langley — a caring supportive community of friends and neighbours.

Spanning several decades, Bruce was a lifelong dedicated member of the Vancouver Gas Model Club. He greatly valued his friends and the club camaraderie.

Bruce was a private pilot and a gas model building, flying and competing enthusiast. 

He was a proud and devoted father. We are immensely grateful for all the kindness extended to our father from all those who knew him.

With every ounce of love, Dad — we love and miss you forever already xox . May you Rest In Peace.

Bruce Duncan (center) tunes the engine on a Flite Streak at the Jan. 1, 2020, Polar Bear Fun Fly at the VGMC field in Richmond, B.C. Chris Cox photo.

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