Kenneth Duffell Obituary

DUFFELL, KENNETH, 100, of Old Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland, and formerly of Bergeron Street, Seekonk, died Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Emerald Bay Manor, Cumberland. He was the beloved husband for 61 years of the late Catherine T. (Cahalan) Duffell.

Born in Cumberland, July 1, 1908, a son of the late James and Mary (Irvine) Duffell, he had lived in Seekonk for 53 years before moving to Cumberland 6 years ago.

Mr. Duffell was an accountant for the former Potter & Johnson Company, Pawtucket and later worked for Crown Metro before his retirement.

He celebrated his 100th birthday on July 5 surrounded by his family and friends at the Agawam Hunt Club, East Providence.

He attended Bryant & Stratton Business School.

Mr. Duffell served on the Seekonk School Committee in the 1960s and 1970s. He was a member and vestryman of the former St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Pawtucket. He coached several youth sports teams in Seekonk and served as treasurer of the Pop Warner League and the Babe Ruth League.

He was a 50-year member of the former Unity Lodge #34, F. & A.M., Cumberland, now St. John's Lodge #1, F. & A.M., Providence.

Mr. Duffell served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II attached to the 5th Army Air Corps Base Unit at Barksdale Field in Louisiana.

He is survived by two daughters, Carol E. Masuck of Seekonk, MA and Kathy A. McCarthy of Pleasanton, CA; two sons, David K. Duffell of Lincoln and Paul J. Duffell of Norfolk, MA; five grandchildren, Michael Masuck, and Kerri, Andrew, Brian and Laura Duffell; two great-grandchildren, Matthew and Ashley; and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Norman, William, James, Raymond and Robert Duffell, and Emily Brown, Gladys Leach, Louise Allen and Violet MacManus.

His funeral will be held FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 at 8:45 A.M. from BELLOWS-FALSO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 160 River Road, Lincoln with a Requiem Eucharist at 10 A.M. in Christ Church, 1643 Lonsdale Avenue, Lincoln. Burial, with military honors, will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Pawtucket.

Relatives and friends are invited and may call THURSDAY 4-8 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Duffell's memory to Shriners Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114, would be appreciated. For Directions and Guest Book, please visit: www.bellowsfh.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Dec. 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Duffell

7 Entries

Blanche Cote

December 19, 2008

I was saddened to hear of the death of Kenneth, my first cousin. His father and my father, Godfrey Duffell were brothers. We had a nice visit quite a few years ago when we met with our spouses for lunch in Framingham, Ma. This was a half way point for each of us to get together. We enjoyed hearing about his family and times gone by. He loved talking about all of them. We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to all at this time.
Sincerely,
Blanche ( Duffell ) Cote
husband Clement, son Robert and grandson Jeffrey Cote

Deborah Imondi

December 18, 2008

To Carol, Pete, Michael and all the Duffell family,
My sympathies to all of you at the loss of such a wonderful man. Reading his obituary, he had a wonderful life-and lifespan. No matter how long the life, or even the quality of that life, it doesn't lessen your grieving for your loss, I think it makes it more accute. Treasure all your memories, and know he's in a much better place, where he will still look in on you and smile.
Love,
Debi Imondi & Michael Femino

Janet Perkins

December 9, 2008

To the Duffell Family ~
I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you on your loss. My very special grandmother was his sister Gladys Leach. My mom is Dorothea (Leach) Arnold.

I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Duffell once when he visited my gram. He was a very pleasant and caring man.

Please know my sympathy is with you all at this difficult time.

Janet (Arnold) Perkins
Known as "Pinky" in the Leach family

Irene Matthews

December 9, 2008

I am so very honored to say I knew
him. I worked for him at Crown-Metro.
He was the finest man I have ever
worked for. He was so very kind.
I am not surprised he lived to be l00
Yrs. old!!! God was watching over him. He was so very humble.
My condolences to all of his family
and may he rest in peace.
Irene Matthews

Barbara Ridings

December 9, 2008

Carol, David, Paul and Kathy, I wish to offer my comfort at this time and sad I am can not be there in person. Uncle Ken was a great Dad to each of you and I am sorry for your loss. You memories are many, savor them. In sympathy, Cousin Barbara & Bill Riidngs

Bill Whiteley

December 9, 2008

Ken was a fine gentleman . I had the pleasure working with Ken on many town committes, he was a great asset to Seekonk and the community

The Staff of Bellows-Falso Funeral Home

December 9, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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