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Donna Duffy Obituary
Donna Duffy, nee Northrup, a Lincolnwood teacher for 33 years, entered eternal life Jan. 7, 2007, beloved wife of the late David B. Duffy; dear sister of Laurence Northrup of Colorado, the late Mary Midland and John L. Northrup Jr.; caring aunt of five cherished nieces; four great-nephews, two great-nieces; treasured friend of many. It is her request that in lieu of a visitation and service, her family and friends would spend time with an infirmed or handicapped person in her memory. Memorial donation may be made to Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60607, or Condell Hospice, 115 W. Church St., Libertyville, IL, 60048. Info, Donnellan Family Funeral Services, 847-675-1990 or
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Rhona Cohen
February 16, 2007
"Miss Northrup" was my first grade teacher in 1956. I am now in my 34th year as a first grade teacher. I remember her so well and loved her as my teacher. I went to see her when I became a teacher and was so warmly received by her. Very recently I met someone who worked with 'Miss Northrup" and she showed Miss Northrup my class picture when I was in first grade. I understand that Miss Northrup was touched by seeing the picture. I am so very sorry to have learned about her passing. A part of me has passed along side her. I extend to all of her family my deepest sympathies.
Rhonda Cohen
Marilynn Hansen
January 15, 2007
I extend my sympathy to your family.
C. Lane
January 14, 2007
Sending you comforting thougths and heartfelt sympathy.
January 14, 2007
Sending you comforting thougths and heartfelt sympathy.
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