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Peter Duchy Obituary
age 65 of Elmira Heights, NY, Wednesday, September 9th, 2015, is safely home after a courageous battle against kidney cancer. He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Anna and Michael Duchy and his 'favorite' mother-in-law, Virginia Graham. Survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Marie (Graham) Duchy, son Peter M. Duchy of Buffalo, NY, cherished grandson, Kerrick M. Duchy; brother and sister-in-law Walter & Christine Duchy of High Point, NC; sister Stella (Duchy) Houseknecht of Coconut Creek, FL; sister and brother-in-law Kathy & Rolando Navarro of Land O'Lakes, FL; brother & sister-in-law Joe & Ruthie Duchy of Horseheads, NY; brothers- and sisters-in-law James & Kathy Graham of Elmira, NY, Kenneth & Marlene Graham of Round Rock, TX, Tom Graham of Elmira, NY, Richard & Susan Graham of Los Angeles, CA, Joe Graham of Elmira, NY and Mike & Lonie Graham of Simpsonville, SC. Pete was a veteran of the US Army (Staff Sergeant-Communications Specialist) serving in Korea during the Vietnam War. He graduated from Corning Community College (1973) and Elmira College (1979). He was a dedicated Supervisor for the Ingersoll Rand/Dresser-Rand Company for 40 years. Family and friends are invited to visit at Ss. Peter & Paul Church, 556 St. Joseph's Boulevard, Elmira, NY, on Saturday, September 12th from 9:00 to 10:15AM. His Mass of the Christian Burial will begin at 10:30AM. Military honors at Woodlawn National Cemetery will follow with burial at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to CareFirst (Hospice), 3805 Meads Creek Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870 or Blessed Sacrament Parish, 1010 Davis Street, Elmira, NY 14901. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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for Peter Duchy
Kathy Navarro
October 9, 2015
Thanks for picking gravel out of my knees when I fell off of my bike and for teaching me to parallel park. You will live in my heart forever.
September 19, 2015
Love you brother ! !
Stella
Goyette Goyette
September 19, 2015
Marie, I was so sorry to hear to your husband's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
john drake
September 14, 2015
The best boss i ever had at dresser. Rest in peace my friend!!!
September 14, 2015
Marie and Family,
Sorry to hear of Peter's premature passing, we send you every blessing at this time. Peter was a part of our old neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Bob & Joanne Zawko
Bob
John Dorrance
September 12, 2015
Sincere condolences to the family, I had the pleasure of working with and for Peter for many years. one of the top supervisors I've had. He had a great sense of humor and loved to share stories of his grandson. I'm sure you will truly miss him as will I.RIP old friend.
PATRICK SHAW
September 12, 2015
It saddens me to hear of Peter's passing. I have known him for many years. He was a good husband,father and friend. I certainly will miss him.
Michael Richards
September 12, 2015
Saddened to hear of Pete's passing. We worked together for 20 years and he was always the consummate professional. Blessings for Pete and family.
Calton Eddy III
September 12, 2015
Joe & Ruthie, So sorry hear about your lost, My thoughts and prays are with you all during this sad time
September 11, 2015
I am so very sorry to get the news on Pete. I am so glad I got to see him this past July. He is missed already. He was a very good friend and working partner. I wish we could have had more time together. Ray Pletcher and JZ Todd
Noel (Stretch) Sylvester
September 11, 2015
Though I never worked directly under Pete at D-R, I was around him a bit, and admired his desire to get the job done, and done right. So sorry to hear of his passing.
September 11, 2015
Marie, George and I are sorry for your loss. May the peace and love of our Lord comfort you and your family. Beverly Miller
Jeremy Sherman
September 11, 2015
Very sorry to hear about your loss.
Carrianne Pronti
September 11, 2015
Ryan and I send our condolences to you and your family Marie. Peter and you have been great neighbors over the last 14years. I remember the first day we moved in and Peter was the first one over to welcome us to the neighborhood and introduce himself. He always would wave and smile and one of the friendliest people I have met. He will certainly be missed and we wish you love and our thoughts.
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