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Robert Duffy Obituary

Robert E. "Bob" Duffy, 76 Eddystone Resident Robert E. "Bob" Duffy, age 76, died February 20, 2011. Bob was a longtime resident of Eddystone and parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church. He was retired from Westinghouse Inc. and had served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. Bob was an avid fisherman and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the father of the late Robert Duffy, grandfather of the late Justin Duffy, and predeceased by 6 siblings. SURVIVORS:Wife of 54 years:Shirley (Miller) Duffy, 3 Children: Michael Edward Duffy(Irene), John Duffy, and Maureen Duffy (Jack), 2 Sisters: Patricia O'Brien and Betty Gelfond, 6 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren. Service: Funeral Mass: Friday at 10:00 am at St. Rose of Lima Church, 1901 Chester Pike, Eddystone,PA 19022 Burial: Ss. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Marple Twp. Visitation: Friday from 9:00-9:45am at the church. Contributions: In lieu of flowers donations to the above church. Arrangements: Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, Chester. www.nolanfidale.com

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Published by Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2011.

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Chuck Hackett

March 8, 2011

Aunt Shirley, Michael, John & Maureen,

I was saddened when my brother Steve called to tell me about the death of Uncle Bobby. I remember your husband and your dad as a good man and a good Marine. I was excited when I told him about my plans to go into the Army and I remember he was genuinely happy for me. His service to our country during a very difficult time will never be forgotten and should always be appreciated.

Uncle Bobby had a lot of love and respect for his brothers and sisters. He called my mom "Gerl" short for Geraldine. They all had some good times laughing and telling stories about playing on Johnson Street and taking lunch to Grandpop down at the Sun Shipyard. Chester was really alive and the streets were filled with kids during those years right after the war.

I miss my Duffy family. Please pray for me and I will keep you each in my prayers, as well.

Love, Chuckie (Mary Jo, David & Kathryn)

February 26, 2011

So sorry to hear that our neighbor from "across the street" has passed.
You have our deepest sympathy.
Charlie and Dottie Grose

February 22, 2011

Aunt Shirley - I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Bobby will be missed by family and friends! Even though I haven't seen him much these past few years, when I did, he always had a smile on his face - no matter how much pain he was in. Rest in peace Uncle Bob!!!

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