wfn.org | Church Center stunned by sudden death of Ray Duncan

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2001-133

Church Center stunned by sudden death of Ray Duncan

     "In difficult times the family gathers," said the Rev. Rosemari Sullivan to 
staff gathered in the chapel at the Episcopal Church Center in New York City 
after hearing that Ray Duncan, 53, died suddenly this morning in Hoboken, New 
Jersey. Sullivan, executive officer of the General Convention, led the staff in 
prayers "for our brother Ray that he may rest from his labors and enter into the 
light of God's eternal sabbath rest."

     Sullivan said that the family was still in shock but was planning for a 
funeral that would be held in Lexington, Kentucky. A memorial service is being 
planned for the Church Center community next week.

     Ray Duncan has been on the national staff since July of 1986, serving in 
several offices, most recently as publications manager in the General Convention 
Office.