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Elaine Duffey Obituary

Elaine M. (Duggan) Duffey, age 62, of Norwell, formerly of Milton, died peacefully on March 16, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Elaine was the beloved wife of Denis Duffey; and the sister of Barbara Brown and her husband, Paul of Milton. She was the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Elaine was a retired secretary of the Gillette Company of Boston, where she worked for over 38 years. Services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to a charity of ones choice. For an online guest book, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com. McNamara-Sparrell Cohasset-Norwell 781-659-2200

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Mar. 20, 2012.

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Monique N . Hughes

March 29, 2012

I was sad to hear of Elaine's passing. I met her during my employment with the Gillette company ( 2000-2005). She will be missed. My condolences to her family.

Judi Okeefe

March 23, 2012

Denis & Family,
I just heard of Elaine's passing & I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Elaine from Gillette and will always remember her sharp wit & fun-filled ways. Every now & then I bumped into her at the cleaners & we shared a few laughs. May her memory play over & over in your hearts.

Carol Bernardi

March 22, 2012

She was a unique woman and a leader within our Gillette Family

Dane Poeske

March 22, 2012

Elaine brought a smile to my face everyday at Gillette.

Ed Doherty

March 21, 2012

I am so sorry to read of Elaine's passing. I worked with her at Gillette back in the 70's. She was always good for a laugh and she never hesitated to tell you what she was thinking. As I recall,she worked with Dick O'Hearn. Peace Elaine.

March 21, 2012

I am saddened to learn of Elaine's passing. I worked with Elaine for many years at Gillette and she became much more than just a work colleague ... she was kind, witty, funny as can be and always there when you needed her. We shared many fun times with our Gillette family ... I will always remember Elaine for her laugh and high spirits ... I can hear her now!

March 21, 2012

Dennis and Family: I'm so sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. She was one of the best at Gillette - we worked together for many years and I'll always remember all the laughs and great times we had. May you have many happy memories of her as well. My sincere sympathies on her passing - Elaine Cloherty

Joyce Lynch

March 20, 2012

Elaine was the first person I met when I started with Gillette a long time ago.... she was always a friend and one of the funniest people I knew. I have so many fond and funny memories of our friendship. My sincere sympathy to Elaine's family.

Mary Beth Gannon

March 20, 2012

My sincerest sympathies to Elaine's family. She was one of the greats. We worked together at Gillette and had such fun. I'll always remember her fondly.

Pat Foley

March 20, 2012

Duffy & Duggan families: Please accept my condolonces on Elaine's passing. I knew Elaine from Gillette and she was a lot of fun and a great friend.

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