IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Woody Ray

Woody  Ray  Duncan Profile Photo

Duncan

Dec 20, 1951 — Feb 25, 2026

Obituary

Woody Ray Duncan, born December 20, 1951, passed away on February 25, 2026.

Woody was a long-time resident of Oliver Springs, TN.

He is preceded in death by his father Kyle E. Duncan, and mother Lois F. Duncan along with brothers: Eddie, Steve and Roger.

Woody is survived by his children Angela Cater, Woody Kyle Duncan (Angel) and John Duncan (Suzanne). Woody leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother Terry Duncan (Connie) and a sister Lisa Smith (Jimmy) along with several nieces and nephews.

Woody served in the active-duty Army from 1969 – 1981. He also served in the Tennessee National Guard from 1981 – 1988. He served 2 tours in Vietnam. He was awarded many medals, including the Silver Star. Woody worked in the coal mines and was a long-haul truck driver for many years. He enjoyed anything outdoors, along with hunting and fishing.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Funeral Service will be on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Garvin Walls officiating.

Woody will receive full Military Honors when he is laid to rest on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville, TN.

Sharp Funeral Home is proud to be serving the Duncan family during this time of need.

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Funeral Services

Visitation

March
1

Sunday

Sharp Funeral Home of Oliver Springs

209 Roane Street, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

4:00 - 6:00 pm

Funeral Service

March
2

Monday

Sharp Funeral Home of Oliver Springs

209 Roane Street, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

Starts at 2:00 pm

Graveside with Full Military Honors

March
5

Thursday

East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery

2200 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37914

Starts at 10:00 am

Burial

East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery on John Sevier Highway

209 Roane Street, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

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