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Paducah Today
By the People, for the People
Longtime Vocational Instructor Bobby Gene Duncan Dies at 94
Duncan, a charter member of churches in Kentucky and Tennessee, was known for his woodworking and cabinet building skills.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Bobby Gene Duncan, a 94-year-old resident of Lebanon, Tennessee, passed away on February 11, 2026. Duncan had a long career as a vocational education instructor in Kentucky and was also an active member of churches in both Kentucky and Tennessee, known for his woodworking and cabinet building skills.
Why it matters
Duncan's life and career highlight the importance of vocational education and the lasting impact that dedicated teachers can have on their students and communities. His involvement in local churches also demonstrates the role that faith and community service can play in one's life.
The details
During his life, Duncan worked as a general contractor early on, then spent 38 years as a vocational education instructor for the state of Kentucky at Paducah Tilghman Vocational School. He also taught the Carpenter's Union Apprenticeship Program for the Western Kentucky Carpenter's Local for 25 years. In addition to his professional work, Duncan was a charter member of the Bible Baptist Church/Heartland Church in Paducah, Kentucky, and the Hope Baptist Church in Lebanon, Tennessee. He enjoyed volunteering for his churches, teaching adult Bible classes, and continuing his woodworking and cabinet building hobbies.
- Bobby Gene Duncan passed away on February 11, 2026.
- His Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 12 p.m. at Hope Baptist Church in Lebanon, Tennessee.
The players
Bobby Gene Duncan
A 94-year-old resident of Lebanon, Tennessee who had a long career as a vocational education instructor in Kentucky and was an active member of churches in both Kentucky and Tennessee, known for his woodworking and cabinet building skills.
Hope Baptist Church
The church in Lebanon, Tennessee where Duncan was a charter member and where his Celebration of Life service will be held.
Heartland Church
The church in Paducah, Kentucky where Duncan was also a charter member.
What’s next
The Celebration of Life service for Bobby Gene Duncan will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 12 p.m. at Hope Baptist Church in Lebanon, Tennessee.
The takeaway
Bobby Gene Duncan's life exemplifies the lasting impact that dedicated vocational educators and community-minded individuals can have. His career in vocational education and involvement in local churches in both Kentucky and Tennessee demonstrate the importance of hands-on skills training and the role that faith and service can play in one's life.
