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Gerald Duffey Obituary

Duffey, Gerald "Duff" Chelsea, MI Age 83, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2015. Duff was a test and field engineer for Federal Mogul for 38 years in Detroit and Ann Arbor before retiring in December of 1994. He was a US Army Veteran, and he served in the Korean War from 1949-52 in the 7th Infantry. Survivors include his wife, Barbara; his daughters, Debra Brown of Clarkston, Sheri (Mike) Cicirelli of Grass Lake; two grandchildren, Christine Lazarecki, Michael Cicirelli; a great-granddaughter, Kayden. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov 5, 1:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with visitation Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 pm. See his full obituary at www.ColeFuneralChapel.com.

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Published by Ann Arbor News from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2015.

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November 4, 2015

I worked at F-M for 40 years and with Gerry a good portion of those early years. I learned a lot from him and he was without a doubt one of the finest men I have known in my life. The world will miss a man of his caliber. My best wishes to the family.
Barry Schwab, Largo, FL

Jamie Mink

November 3, 2015

I worked with Duff at the start of my engineering career from 1989 for about 5 years. To this day, I've never met a more willing person to drop everything and help someone out. Duff helped me with everything engineering problems, how to invest my money, how to save my money, advice on model railroading absolutely everything I asked for help with as I started out. He did this for anyone who asked, all from the kindness of his heart and nothing else. Duff was one of the greatest men I've known, my sincere condolences to his family for his passing.

Ruthie Freeman

November 2, 2015

Deb and family I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I never met him but he's got a beautiful daughter. Blessings to all!

November 2, 2015

Gerry, You will be missed by many people I'm sure. I enjoyed meeting you many years ago at Federal-Mogul. May your family feel your strength on those tough days. My thoughts are prayers are with you all. Pat Pociask

Norm Hagen

November 1, 2015

No doubt, he is with the ole' gang. A heartfelt farewell till we meet again....

Sheri Cicirelli

November 1, 2015

My hero, my Pops. I'm sure he's with "the Gang" having a good time.

Lori Patrick

October 31, 2015

The one thing I will always remember about Uncle Jerry was his well manicured yard and the coolest pool at the house in Warren. He was always a very kind man!! May God Bless him forever!!

Sheri Cicirelli

October 31, 2015

I love you very much and I will greatly miss my hero. You are a great dad to have. ❤

Nicolette Cassar

October 31, 2015

A great man who set amazing examples to both family and friends. Always seen smiling. Will be missed.

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