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Richard Duffy Obituary
Chesapeake - Richard Kenneth Duffy Jr., 39, went home to be with the Lord at 12:40 p.m., Saturday, June 1, 2013, from injuries sustained in a swimming accident in Lynchburg, Va.
Richard was born Aug. 30, 1973, in Maryland and was a lifelong resident of Chesapeake, Va. He worked in Facilities at Liberty University, and was completing his Masters Degree in Music. Richard also played keyboard for C3 Church and volunteered in various roles in other Churches. His life was a window of love, kindness, acceptance, encouragement, wisdom; and a mirror of Jesus. His life impacted and inspired this generation in an incredible way, and His legacy will be an influence on many generations to come.
He is survived by his mother, Remedios Duffy, Judy Bellamy Woodford; his cousin and many brothers and sisters in Christ. He is preceded in death by his dad, Richard Kenneth Duffy.
Services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, June 8, at Deep Creek Baptist Church, 250 Mill Creek Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23323. The reception will be held immediately after the service in the concourse room at Deep Creek Baptist Church. Flowers will be accepted at Deep Creek Baptist on Thursday and Friday until 12 noon.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, Lynchburg, VA, (434) 239-2405 is assisting the family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritagefuneralandcremation.com
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Zachary Thompson
June 8, 2013
I will never forget when I first met Richard,I remember thinking to myself that this crazy guy seemed happier than anyone I had ever met. I soon learned that it wasn't only joy that filled Richards heart but also peace and love. The more I got to know Richard, the more I learned that all of these qualities stemmed from his intense and amazing relationship with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It fills my heart with both sadness and overwhelming excitement to know that as I write this Richard is talking and walking with Jesus. You will be greatly missed Richard. I love you.
Rebekka Candillo
June 5, 2013
Richard you were like my brother! A piece of my heart is now in Heaven! You brought so much joy to so many people!
Joe Martin
June 5, 2013
He was a very kind person, always with a positive outlook and a friend to many. May he rest in peace.
Dell Canipe
June 4, 2013
Thank you Richard for your friendship. We are so blessed to have had you in our lives. Your life on earth is such an example of the Christian Walk. You loved everyone. You never judged people and your love for music was and inspiration. I will miss watching the voice and svu with you. I will miss trying new restaurants. I will miss long talks about scripture, but most of all I will miss you. Until we meet again.
Judy Bellamy-Woodford
June 4, 2013
In remembrance of my cousin ~ R.I.P. Richard. We will see each other again. I love you.
Judy Bellamy-Woodford
June 4, 2013
Richard was the kindness, sweetest soul. If only there were more people on earth like him, it would be a much better place. He was a wonderful human being and honestly just one of a kind. He loved the Lord, his friends he was so blessed to have in his life and his family. He will be missed but never forgotten.
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