Parker Michael Duncan, age 21, of Shelbyville, died unexpectedly Friday, Nov. 21
Parker was a kind and loving son, grandson, brother, and nephew who had a huge heart and a gift for making everyone feel welcome. He never met a stranger-no matter someone’s background, he connected with people easily and genuinely.
He was a 2021 graduate of Mattawan High School where he enjoyed playing football. After graduation, he went on to further his passion for automotive work at the NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville, N.C., where he earned a degree in auto mechanic repair.
Parker worked for his uncle Jason as a master mechanic and received his certification at a young age. Parker loved Notre Dame football and had a lifelong enthusiasm for auto racing, cherishing countless memories made with his family at the annual trip to Eldora Speedway.
Parker also had a love of his country, always supporting anything American and the red, white, and blue. Away from work, he found peace and time on the river, spending time fly fishing and enjoying the quiet moments surrounded by nature.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Michael Brinks, and grandmother, Shirley Bluman. Parker is survived by his parents, Jessica Brinks and Don Bluman; siblings, Drake, Deaken, and Dempsy Bluman; grandmother, Sandy Brinks; uncle, Jason Brinks; aunt Patricia Bluman; extended family members and dear friends.
A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at MKD Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW with Pastor Kevin Pike officiating. A time of continued fellowship with Parker’s family and a light luncheon will immediately follow the service at the MKD Reception and Event Center.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation or Be Nice.
Parker Michael Duncan, age 21, of Shelbyville, died unexpectedly Friday, Nov. 21
Parker was a kind and loving son, grandson, brother, and nephew who had a huge heart and a gift for making everyone feel welcome. He never met a stranger-no matter someone’s background, he connected with people easily and genuinely.
He was a 2021 graduate of Mattawan High School where he enjoyed playing football. After graduation, he went on to further his passion for automotive work at the NASCAR Technical Institute in Mooresville, N.C., where he earned a degree in auto mechanic repair.
Parker worked for his uncle Jason as a master mechanic and received his certification at a young age. Parker loved Notre Dame football and had a lifelong enthusiasm for auto racing, cherishing countless memories made with his family at the annual trip to Eldora Speedway.
Parker also had a love of his country, always supporting anything American and the red, white, and blue. Away from work, he found peace and time on the river, spending time fly fishing and enjoying the quiet moments surrounded by nature.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Michael Brinks, and grandmother, Shirley Bluman. Parker is survived by his parents, Jessica Brinks and Don Bluman; siblings, Drake, Deaken, and Dempsy Bluman; grandmother, Sandy Brinks; uncle, Jason Brinks; aunt Patricia Bluman; extended family members and dear friends.
A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at MKD Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW with Pastor Kevin Pike officiating. A time of continued fellowship with Parker’s family and a light luncheon will immediately follow the service at the MKD Reception and Event Center.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation or Be Nice.
