Lloyd Duncan

Lloyd Witwood Duncan was born on September 11, 1930, in Havana, Cuba, to the late Ruperta Smith and Cornelius Duncan. On January 14, 2025, at the age of 94, Lloyd transitioned to be with the Lord. He was the last surviving sibling of 12 children. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose life was marked by a deep love for his family. Lloyd’s early years were shaped by profound family bonds and resilience. At just two years old, his parents relocated the family back to Portland, Jamaica, where Lloyd began his education at Fair Prospect Elementary School. Tragically, when Lloyd was only 10 years old, his mother passed away. In this time of loss, his loving aunt Amberzine stepped in to care for and raise him. At the age of 19, Lloyd’s older brother Livingston moved him from Portland to Kingston. He then went to live with his sister Gertrude and later Martha, who provided him with care, support, and guidance. Livingston then guided his growth and taught him the trade of masonry. Lloyd excelled in his craft, becoming a master concrete mason who played a pivotal role in constructing residential housing developments, and commercial buildings, and even contributing to the construction of The University of the West Indies (UWI) in Jamaica. At a later period, Lloyd met and fell in love with Veneta. The couple married and were blessed with eight children. In 1979, with the support of his brother Livingston, Lloyd migrated to the United States and settled in New Jersey. There, he continued his work as a master concrete mason with the NJ Union for 33 years and served as a porter at Reynolds Hospital for five years. After 38 years of dedicated service, Lloyd retired and relocated to Conyers, Georgia, in 2012 to live with his daughter Jackie. During his later years, he became ill and received loving care from his family. Lloyd had a zest for life that was evident in his passions. He loved playing dominoes with his children, grandchildren, family, and friends, earning a legendary reputation for delivering the infamous “six-love.” He also enjoyed playing bingo with his nieces, nephews, and late sister Louise. His love for his great-grandchildren was unparalleled, and he delighted in singing and playing with them. Lloyd loved traveling and cherished those moments with his family. He treasured the special conversations he shared with his sons. He deeply valued the time spent with his children. As a believer, Lloyd was baptized by his son, Minister Donald, a moment that reflected his commitment to faith and purpose. Blessed with 94 years of life, laughter, and love, Lloyd’s legacy is one of strength, kindness, generosity, and devotion to family. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents, Ruperta Smith and Cornelius Duncan; his sons, Peter and Aldine; his siblings, Gertrude, Martha, John, Josclyn, Charles, Leonard, Balford, Livingston, Calvin, and Ernest (Shook) and Louise; his granddaughter, Ladia; and his great-grandson, Xavier. He leaves behind his loving wife, Veneta; sons, Earl, Donald, and Robert; daughters, Elizabeth (Fay), Jennifer, Joanne (Jackie), and Veleta (Marjorie); grandchildren, David, Charmaine, Cleon, Damian, Brian, Danielle, Marvin (Andrew), Tejal, Brianna, Michael, Amanda, Ishmael, Jabryll, Sapphire, and Amber; and great-grandchildren, Darren (Shane), Giovanni, Jordan, Aamir, Dana, Delia, Darius, Dishon, Jace, Nova, Lavender, Liam, Kiana, Naomi, Amar, Bless, Tomarra, Takiyah, Naveh, Jayla, and Kayla. He also leaves behind a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. Celebration of Life Service will be held on SATURDAY, January 25, 2025, 11:00AM at Love and Hugs Christian. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 24 from 4:00PM-8:00PM at our Rockdale Chapel. Interment will take place at Lawnwood Memorial. Please express your condolences here on our website. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory – Rockdale Chapel 1999 Hwy. 138, Conyers, GA 30013 – 770.285.6673

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Lloyd Duncan

September 11, 1930 - January 14, 2025