Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Age 52
Joseph W. Duff, (known as Jody) 52, of Atco, N.J, .died in Berlin, N.J., surrounded by his loving family on August 29, 2012, after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Scotch Plains, N.J., and previously lived in Berlin, N.J. He graduated from St. Bartholomew School and Union Catholic H.S. in Scotch Plains, and attended Franklin Pierce College in N.H., and Union County College in Cranford..
Jody was preceded in death by his loving Meema and Peepa Rummenie and Grandma and Grandpa Duff, and uncles Kenneth Rummenie and Robert Duff; and his devoted dog, Abby, whose remains will be buried with him.
He was currently employed by AAll American Fasteners in Cinnaminson, and had previously worked at Wachovia Bank Investments in Runnymeade.
He is survived by his parents, Joe & Kay Duff of Scotch Plains, and his siblings, Kevin & Elizabeth Duff of Hampton, Kathy Duff of Belleville,, Ellen & Steve Berka of Fanwood, Brian & Debby Duff of Toms River,, and Marianne & Mike Biffel of Downingtown, Pa. .He is also survived by his partner of many years, Sean Cunningham, and loyal friends, Rita Scelso and Ray & Joan Mauger. He also leaves his loving nieces and nephews, Michael & Lauren, Colleen, and Kelsey Duff; Katharine & Matthew Berka; Patrick & Sean Duff; and Mikey, Sarah, and Tucker Biffel, and also one adored great niece, Hayden Grace Felter. Also surviving are aunts and uncles, Walter Rummenie of N.Y. City , Sue Rummenie of Buffalo, and Mrs. Margaret Duff of Naples, and 6 first cousins and their children. He will also be missed sorely by his adoring dogs Millie, Maeve, and Moxie.
Arrangements are by Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield Ave., Scotch Plains. Viewing will be on Tuesday, September 4, 2-4 & 7-9. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Bartholomew Church, 2032 Westfield Ave., Scotch Plains, at 10:30 on Wednesday, September 5. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please remember Jody for his love of people, and remember him in your prayers and thoughts, and with donations to the Archway Program, 280 Jackson Road,, Atco, N.J. 08004, a school for special needs children where Sean Cunningham is employed.
Joe....so hard to believe it is 6 years that you've been gone. You are sorely missed. I think of you all the time but you probably know that :-) and memories of good times shared with you and Sean throughout the years always make me smile. Rest easy my friend.
TJ McCabe
August 30, 2018 | Washington, DC | Friend
I had the pleasure of working with Joe this past year and a half. He was more then my co-worker, he was a dear friend and I am blessed to have gotten to know him. He was so excited to see Hayden when she was born and gave me daily updates about her. My sincerest sympathies to all Joe's family and dearest friends. He is sorely missed. I love you very much Joe. May you have peace.....until I see you again.
Melisa Kobelka
September 20, 2012 | Medford, NJ
My condolences go out to the Duff Family. Jody and I were fortunate to reconnect as neighbors at Franklin Piece College and Wachovia. He will be missed
Rick Eckelhofer
September 11, 2012 | Scituate, MA
Joe,
I only had the pleasure of knowing you for the past year but you were truly one of those kind souls that are so rare in this world. You enriched my life by always having words of encouragement and I saw as you tried to help others while asking nothing in return. This world and my life will be a little darker without your radiance. My condolences to the Duff Family and Sean Cunningham. Until we all meet again....
Vince
September 10, 2012
Jody,
I am truly at a loss for words...The world has lost a great person. I will treasure forever being able to call you my friend. So many peoples lives are better because you were a part of them. Your memory will live on in all of us who knew you. Until we meet again, may you rest in peace!
Terry Christie
September 07, 2012 | San Antonio, TX
Joan and George Keller
our deepest sympathy.
george keller
September 06, 2012 | Warren, NJ
To Sean & The Duff Family..By chance I had the good fortune to cross path's with Sean & Joe many many years ago. Though time has passed and th miles grew I have always treasured their friendship and heart warming laugh & intoxicating smile that was Joe-
Jeff Sewesky
September 06, 2012 | Wilkes-Barre, PA
Will Miss Your Smiling Face, Good Looks, & Humor -RIP Dear Friend
Cheryl Tarantino-Barese
September 05, 2012 | Saugerties, NY
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow and lost.
Markus Wegner
September 04, 2012 | Hampton, NJ