JESSIEVILLE — Benny Don Duncan, 82 of Jessieville,

passed away November 14, 2020.

Don is resting in peace after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Bismarck, Ark. November 9, 1938 to the late Maudie and Herman Lee Duncan.

He was preceded in death by one daughter Lori Duncan; six brothers, James (surviving wife Kathleen of Hot Springs), L.D., George, Wallace, Darrell and Melvin Duncan (surviving wife Alice, of Oregon).

Loving survivors include his sister Marlene Duncan (Tommy) Hodges; surviving brother Gary (Linda) Duncan of Iowa; many nieces and nephews; his loving wife Robin; and his family, Cindy Dawson (Don) of Oregon, Shauna (Thomas) Wood, Todd (Jennifer) Graves, Jon (Amy) Graves, Robinette (Jon) Fox, Joshua (Kristen) Graves, Misty, Jeff, Chris Duncan; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren he loved dearly.

Don spent many years representing Barrett Hamilton, Inc. now, Glacier’s Wholesale AR. He loved his Barrett Hamilton family. He was determined to be successful and received many Seagram Awards that allowed he and Robin to travel several countries and meet many friends he cherished. Don had fond memories of working with the Barrett Hamilton sales force. He met many friends with Seagrams, special friends are Dave Putney, Jim Reichardt, Chuck Batist and many more.

Don loved to read, (always had a book or kindle in his hand). Creek fishing and the love for turkey hunting with his friends Jimmy Breashears and Dave Putney. He loved RV trips to Lake Ouachita and Sundays with the family. He had many compliments on his beautiful yard and flowers.

The family would like to thank Dr. Scott Anderson, DO; Dr. Robert Muldoon, MD. PhD; and Arkansas Hospice.

Due to Covid-19, there will not be a service at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online condolences at https://www.smithfamilycares.com.