Duncan Charles Mackenzie Hogan passed unexpectedly at his parents’ home, Saturday 7 September, at the age of 26.
Duncan is survived by his loving parents, Greg and Ila, his siblings Carl and Paul (Maggie Currie), his niece Sydney and his nephew Angus. He will be sorely missed by his many cousins, his aunts and uncles Derek and Janet Longworth, Dr. Bill and Diane Cornish, Dr. Bruce and Bev Cornish, Ewen Cornish and Great Aunt Marian as well as his many, many friends.
Duncan is predeceased by his grandparents Ken and Flora Hogan, Dr. Charles and Mary Cornish and by his uncle Charlie.
Duncan is a graduate of Bell High School and Algonquin College where he studied Television and Pod Broadcasting. During his student years he worked at a variety of jobs that included sales manager of a paint store, a staff job in a recording practice space and restaurant work.
Duncan was a voracious reader. He had an amazing range of detailed knowledge on a disparate number of subjects and issues. He was especially interested in history, Egyptology, the natural sciences, eastern mysticism and political developments in Canada and abroad. He was also an aspiring filmmaker, and, at the time of his death, he was in the process of moving to Toronto to begin a career in film and television work.
Duncan had a great sense of humour and he was a talented mimic. He spent much of his leisure time writing and leaves behind a number of draft manuscripts that include a book on the depiction of Goth culture in films, poetry and several works of alternative fiction.
A big kid himself, Duncan loved children, especially his younger cousins so Halloween was a special time for him. He took particular delight in fashioning elaborate costumes to wear when handing out goodies to the little monsters.
He also loved animals, in particular his little cat, Lavender. On his own initiative, at the age of 9, Duncan embarked on a one-boy fund raising campaign for the Ottawa Humane Society.
Friends are invited to visit the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Ottawa, on Wednesday, September 18 from 7 to 9 pm and on Thursday, September 19 from noon to 1 pm. A celebration honouring Duncan's life will begin at 1 pm. followed by a reception and a private family Burial Service. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Ottawa Humane Society would be appreciated.
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Wyatt Dolan
Duncan was an amazing friend a colleague. I loved listening to him tell me about all of the mythology that he was currently learning about, and catching him in the back of Value Village reading books they customers donated. Duncan never cared who you were, so long as you were a good soul. I’m truly heartbroken, but I know that his memory will burn forever. Fly high my friend. ❤️
Cynthia Babbitt
Dear Ila,
So very sorry to hear of Duncan's passing, he sounds like a truly wonderful person and I know he will be forever loved and always remembered. My deepest condolences to you, your family, and to everyone who knew and loved Duncan. Much love, Cynthia
Shaun Dhaliwal
I am so sorry to hear that your son Duncan has passed away. I didn’t know Duncan, but I know he was an amazing person. Thinking of you, and sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Shaun
Michael Wong and Lucie Metras
Dear Ila, Greg and Carl,
We can not describe our sorrow for your loss. Knowing the closeness of your family, the news of Duncan's passing has stunned us beyond heartbreak. He was just starting to spread his wings for new adventures. We will remember Duncan as the kid who was friendly with everyone and always curious of what he encountered. We will also remember him as the guy who was incredibly knowledgeable of all subjects - even the most trivial! The many memories of Duncan your family have created will stay with you forever. Our deepest condolences.
Monique Mazerolle
I am so sorry for your loss Ila, there are no words but please know that I have been thinking and praying for you and your family.
Dan Masotti
Duncan was one of my favorite students and one of the most extraordinary individuals I've had the pleasure of knowing. Conversations with him flowed effortlessly; his perspective on life was refreshingly unique and remarkably genuine. A great pleasure to get to share some of genuine moments with him. DM
Andrea Sawatzky
Oh Ila, I am so sad for you and your family. I can't even begin to imagine the pain you are in. My heart hurts for you.
Lionel Goddard
Duncan was also one of my favourite students - a remarkably genuine individual with a unique perspective whose kind eyes radiated that most attractive of human qualities - humility. I am grateful for the time I spent getting to know him. LG
Amanda Cliff
Dear Ila, I am so very sorry that you have lost your beautiful son. I remember when Duncan was born and you were so happy. I love you very much. Who knew how our lives would unfold. So much loss. And for you, the worst kind of loss. You are not alone. Time will help. It’s an awful truth. But it will. Love to you, Mandy
I didn't know Duncan, but the news left me breathless in the knowing of how much family means to you. The sentiments that I want to express here do not bear committing to writing, because you are feeling them in ways that my words cannot come close to mirroring. My very sincere condolences to your extended family at this terrible time.