Philomena M. Duffy

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Philomena Duffy Obituary

Philomena M. Duffy, nee Ryan, age 72. Beloved wife of Dermot Michael; loving mother of Anthony and Vincent (Patricia) Duffy, Maureen (James) Sampson, Patricia Duffy (Leslie Sherman) and Brian Duffy and the late Elaine Duffy Downes and Michael Duffy; devoted grandmother of Leah and Derek Townsend, Grace and Molly Sampson, Christine, Katie and Timothy Ford, Ryan, Samantha and Elaina Sherman; dear sister of Michael and Maureen Ryan and the late James, Dennis and Lily Ryan and Margaret Comerford and Eileen Tighe; loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Native of Dublin, Ireland. Funeral Friday, Jan. 9 at 9:30 a.m. from the John E. Maloney Funeral Home, 1359 W. Devon Ave., to St. Jerome Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Thursday, Jan. 8 from 4 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers contributions to American Lung Association, 1440 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607 would be appreciated. Funeral info, 773-764-1617.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Philomena Duffy

11 Entries

Susan Mellema (Pinner)

January 11, 2004

Dear Patricia, Mr. Duffy, and family: I wanted very much to attend your mom's (Mrs. Duffy's) wake and funeral but my two year old was very sick with the flu. I have been thinking about you and your family ever since hearing from my brother that Mrs. Duffy passed away. I remember her as a parent who was always interested in us when we were kids. I enjoyed talking with her and received encouragement from her. I always loved to be offered your mother's shortbread or other delicious homemade cookies from the tins in the pantry. We are lucky to have such nice memories of your mom and I carry many memories of your family and your home in the neighborhood where we grew up. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Here is my contact information for Patricia:

Susan (Pinner) Mellema

1210-10 W. Indian Trail Rd.

Aurora, Illinois 60506

(H)630-897-7705

Pat Cronin

January 8, 2004

Growing up next to the Duffys was like having a little bit of the oulde sod nearby. She used to babysit all of the children in the neighborhood while our parents were at work and on errands, and it was a lot of fun. She was always running around taking care of everything, and I still remember the pantry with orange marmalade and biscuits. Her lilt was genuine and unpretentious, and her jokes and smiles put you at ease. I'll miss her.

Daire Barry

January 8, 2004

Dermot I'm very sorry to hear of your sad loss and would like you to know that at this difficult time you are in all our prayers.

Judy Fitzgerald

January 8, 2004

I still can't believe it! I can still hear her and "see" her!

She will always remain in my heart and memory. What a friend she was -- whether sorting rummage ("When in doubt, throw it out"), sewing for the Christmas bazaar, talking, laughing, partying, discussing books and plays and fashion and religion and whatever else came to mind. She was SO special. I will truly miss her.

My condolences to her entire extended family and her many, many friends.

Wendy Lynch-Sanders

January 8, 2004

Leah & Family I am very sorry to hear of your Grandmothers passing. My condolences go to you and your family.

David Martin

January 8, 2004

Sorry about loss, I hope everyone is doing fine. My mother Helen Martin also sends her best.

Ellen Daum-Grod

January 8, 2004

How sad to see the passing of another wonderful person from my childhood. My Mom called me this morning and told me that Mrs. Duffy had died.I remember when you moved in next door to Cronins.

Mrs. Duffy was a wonderful person and even after all these years when she saw me she immediately knew who I was.

I will be keeping you in my prayers.

Ellen

Joshua Furey

January 7, 2004

My wife Marsha and our children Melanie and Drew want to express our condolences to your family. We were so happy that she could come and share in our wedding this past fall in Santa Barbara.

Eileen Ronan-Brennan

January 7, 2004

Dear Mr. Duffy & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the death of Mrs. Duffy. Many fun times were shared with your family as we were growing up in Rogers Park. It didn't matter whose house we were in, we were all like family & so many cups of tea were shared around the kitchen table. I will always remember the friendship & support shown towards my family during those difficult years after mom & dads auto accident. Unfortunately our children will grow up without having experienced these types of a friendships & know this type of a neighborhood/parish. This was a special time & we are all lucky to have had the experience. Thank you for being a part of my childhood.

Janet Murphy

January 7, 2004

Sincere condolences to Dermot and family at the sudden loss of Phyllis, a wonderful lady who we had the pleasure of knowing for over 30 years. With love and prayers from Frank and Janet Murphy and family.

Kim Scurlock-Klees

January 7, 2004

To The Duffy Family,

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, she was a fine lady and will be missed by many. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and "May God Hold You In The Palm of His Hands" during this difficult time.

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