Keith Duncan aka "X-Forces"

[phill1174]

He has a larger portrait version of Theo's graduation photo in his living room. I wept when I saw it there last night, but it's one I'm going to use if we need to setup a GoFundMe page. This whole this is so wrong, so unfair, and so sad. Someone "up there" made a huge f'ing mistake and took the wrong guy, but they got one of the best...

This part! I had the pleasure of going through the stages of grief while working this week. I was so angry that a great guy is gone and honestly I’m still trying to process it.

My friend, who I won’t get to reach out to when something so ridiculous happens that I gotta tell someone, or he reaches out to me about a cryptic social media post and the conversation segues from there. I wish we could’ve gotten together for that lunch back in January but with our crazy schedules it was tough. I also remember how excited you were telling me about the trip you were planning for you and Jessica. Seeing how happy you were bought me happiness and I’m glad you were able to take her and experience doing the things you both love.

We have a great group out here in PHX and I’m glad I was able to call Keith a friend and be a part of it. I cried last night when I seen a post of you and your kids and I’m sure the tears aren’t done flowing but some higher power definitely got one of the best. Until we meet again bro…

 

[Maximilian_Jenius]

or he reaches out to me about a cryptic social media post and the conversation segues from there.

Et tu, Keith?

 

[phill1174]

Et tu, Keith?

Sounds like I’m famous for cryptic posts.

 

[Maximilian_Jenius]

Sounds like I’m famous for cryptic posts.

Maaaaaan, I'm just glad its not just me, bro. That's reachin' out an askin'. "Yo, whut dis mean?"

 

[ozziecat35]

Such a tragedy for Keith’s family and the JC community. I didn’t have many interactions with him but recognized him as a JC OG. He seemed like a legit good dude.

 

[form810]

@derg

Any Update?

 

[derg]

Soon.

 

[derg]

The family is hosting one for friends and family in Phoenix and New York.

Details for the NY event will be made public soon.

The family is requesting no uniforms and casual attire is preferred because, and I quote, "Keith hated dressing up"


A message from the family:

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You Are Invited to Celebrate the Life of Keith Duncan

Saturday April 27th
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location:
Fireside at Norterra Community Center
28185 N Melvern Trail
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(Map)



Join us as we come together to honor and celebrate the life of Keith Duncan.

Please feel free to share photos, memories, stories, and laughter as we cherish the legacy Keith leaves behind.

Let's gather to celebrate Keith's life and the meaningful impact he had on all of us. Your presence will be greatly appreciated.

With love,
Theo, Tara and Jessica

 

[derg]

Update for the Celebration of Life (West) is here: Keith Duncan (X-Forces) Celebration of Life event (Arizona 4/27 1200p)

The NY (East) event details are forthcoming.

 

[form810]

Damn… not what I wanted to hear. A good reminder that life is precious. You will be missed Keith.

Not always precious... but always short.
The short is a given... the precious up to us.

 

[Kristie]

We will be there!

 

[derg]

We've also set up a "GoFundMe" for Keith's Children with any excess slated to go towards an Aviator's Scholarship Fund: Donate to Backing Keith's Kids and Future Aviators, organized by Doug Taylor

 

[ClearedForOption]

We've also set up a "GoFundMe" for Keith's Children with any excess slated to go towards an Aviator's Scholarship Fund: Donate to Backing Keith's Kids and Future Aviators, organized by Doug Taylor

Done & Shared on the B6 Socials.

 

[H46Bubba]

Tried to make it work to get out there for the service tomorrow, but the stars definitely didn't align. Sucks not being able to just hop on a flight whenever you want.

 

[jhugz]

I am working but thinking about the big guy today...wish I was there. I'm hoping to be able to make the NYC one.

 

[derg]

Getting set up:

 

[N826AW]

Thinking of his family and the PHX JC crew today. Sending you all hugs.

 

[derg]

 

[roundout]

Y’all are real ones for doing this

 

[derg]