James Henry Duck

James Henry “Doc” Duck 1932-2015 James H. “Doc” Duck, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 1st, 2015, surrounded by family. Jim was born to James and Bertha Duck on January 29, 1932, in Baltimore, MD. He spent most of his childhood fishing, crabbing, and swimming in the Chesapeake Bay. He attended St. Francis High School, graduating early. He then joined the U.S. Navy, and served as a medic in the Korean War from 1952-53. Before being deployed, he met the love of his life, Betty Lynn Pulver, at the roller skating rink in Baltimore. After dating for only three weeks, they knew they were destined to be together and became engaged. Three months later, they were married. Shortly after, he left to serve his country in Korea where he received a Purple Heart and was honorably discharged. Jim and Betty had their first child, James L. Duck, in 1954, and in 1963 they moved out West to make their home in Wenatchee, WA. Jim became an EMT, and joined the medical department at Alcoa that same year, and worked there for over thirty years. They later adopted two daughters, Nancy Duck (Jefferson) 1967, and Cathy Duck (Roozen) in 1970. Even though Jim worked rotating shifts throughout his career, he always made time for family. He never missed a sporting event, musical event, or anything else his children were involved in. In 1964, he became a certified Red Cross Instructor where he taught first aid in the Wenatchee Valley for many years. Jim earned the title “Doc Duck” while volunteering as the trainer for the Wenatchee High School football team for nearly twenty years. Hours before his passing, he was notified he will be inducted into the Panther Hall of Fame this year, an honor that his family will cherish. Jim loved to fish. Anywhere, anytime, with anyone who wanted to go with him. He loved their home on the lake, at 3-Lakes, and spent all of his spare time on the water. He was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, and a friend to everyone he met. We LOVE you dad, and will carry you in our hearts forever. Jim is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Lynn Duck; his children, Jim (Pam) Duck, Nancy (Ashley) Duck-Jefferson, Cathy (Adrian) Duck-Roozen; his grandchildren, Lauren Jagla, Liam Jefferson, Ruby Jefferson, Cassie and Colby Toll; and one great-grandson, Cash James Macres, who was named after him. A service will be held at Jones & Jones~Betts Memorial Chapel on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online page book at jonesjonesbetts.com. Arrangements are by Jones & Jones~Betts Funeral Home.

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James Henry Duck

January 29, 1932 - September 1, 2015