On October 22, 2023, surrounded by his devoted family, we bid farewell to Alvirgil Duckett, a cherished resident of Walkertown, NC. Born May 12, 1949, in Winston-Salem, NC. Alvirgil was the beloved son of the late Nettie and Robert Duckett, Sr., and was lovingly raised by the late Lois "Marie" and David Robinson.

In 1967, Alvirgil embarked on a new journey, moving to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1971, Al married Sandra Hardin and the two of them shared two daughters, Tonia and Treanice. In 1981, Al met Joyce Bolt and the two of them shared twin girls, Anita and Regina.

As a pioneer member of one of the first groups of black paramedics for the City of Pittsburgh, Al dedicated his career to saving lives and serving his community. After many years of work as a first responder, Al returned to his roots.

In 1996, Al came back to his hometown of Winston-Salem, NC, where he embarked on a new chapter in his life. Al was a dedicated husband to his beloved Ann, whom he reconnected with in 1998 and married in 2001.

In 2003, Alvirgil began a new chapter in his career as a professional freight driver, known for his impeccable sense of direction, which he generously shared with those he met along the way. In 2020, at the age of 70, Alvirgil retired from his dedicated career as a professional freight driver, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.

In addition to his family, Alvirgil found solace in his faith and served as a Deacon at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC. He shared his spiritual wisdom and guidance with everyone he met, reflecting his deep sense of faith and desire to serve the Lord.

Left to cherish Al's memory are his wife, Ann, his daughters; Tonia (Richard) White of Conyers, GA., Treanice Duckett of Greensboro, NC., Anita Duckett (Patrick Slade) and Regina (Rico) Lowry, both of Pittsburgh, PA., his sons; Michael (Jameeka) and Joshua Carter, eighteen grandchildren, one great-grandchild, sisters; Edna Morgan, Dorothy Johnson, Barbara (Hal) Guess, Angela (Randy) Seigert, brothers; Sonny (Bridgett), Soloman, Kim (Michelle), and Steffon (Erica) Robinson, sister-in-law; Brenda Carter and brothers-in-law, Raymond and John Carter, and a host of other relatives, friends, and brothers and sisters in Christ.

Al is proceeded in death by his biological mother and father, Nettie and Robert Duckett, Sr., and the loving parents who raised him, Lois "Marie" and David Robinson, sisters; Elsie Chrisp and Beverly Robinson, brothers; George Cash, Robert Duckett, Jr., David, and Dwight Robinson.

Al's legacy is one of love, strength, humor, and devotion. He leaves behind an abundance of memories that will be cherished by all who knew him. While he may no longer be with us in person, may his spirit continue to guide and inspire us, reminding us of the importance of family, faith, and unwavering love.

Public viewing will be from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM, Monday, October 30, 2023 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service 1:00 PM, Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 1317 Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105. The family will greet friends thirty-minutes prior to service. Interment in Gardens of Memory.

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