Donald Ray-Duncan

Donald Ray-Duncan was born on April 1, 1963, to Sam Duncan, Sr. and Willie Ealim Watson and raised by stepdad Booker T. Watson, Sr. From a young age, he accepted Christ, becoming a member of Creston Missionary Baptist Church.

Raised in Houston, Don attended Francis Scott Key School, where he built a strong foundation for his life. After graduating from high school, he proudly served his country in the National Guard for four (4) years, specializing as a cook. His dedication and work ethic extended beyond the military—Don went on to work as both a mechanic and a butcher,  bringing heart and craftsmanship to his work.

Don especially enjoyed playing dominos and cherished every moment spent with his family and friends.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Don is preceded in death by his grandparents, Essie Jones and Sam Duncan, Sr.; parents, Sam Duncan II and Willie Ealim Watson; sister, Glady Duncan; and brothers, Paul Duncan, Larry Ray, James Ray, Joe Ed Duncan, Robert Duncan, and Roosevelt Ray.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Donsheka Ray; brothers, Sammy Lee Duncan and girlfriend Thelma Colter (Crockett,TX), Sam Duncan, Jr. and wife Lafonda (Palestine, TX), Joe Ray and wife Bobbie (Crockett, TX), Booker T. Watson, Jr. (Houston, TX), Brian Watson (Houston, TX), and Christopher Watson (Huntsville, TX); sisters, Carolyn Duncan-Jones and husband Reginald (Grapeland, TX), Debra Duncan (Crockett, TX), Charlene Ray-Washington and husband Frank (Crockett, TX); aunt, Mary Davis (Tyler, TX); and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends..

Visitation

Saturday, September 20, 2025

10:00 AM

Union Prairie Baptist Church

Crockett, TX

Service

Saturday, September 20, 2025

11:00 AM

Union Prairie Baptist Church

Crockett, TX

 Interment

Union Prairie Cemetery

Crockett, TX