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R. McDuffie Obituary
R. Brian McDuffie
July 11, 1937 - Sept. 16, 2022
DECATUR - R. Brian McDuffie, 85 of Decatur, passed away at 1:05 p.m. Friday, September 16, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.
Services to celebrate Brian's life will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Private interment will be in Graceland Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association or Cancer Care Specialists. Condolences can be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Brian was born on July 11, 1937, in Decatur, a son of Joseph and Alice McDuffie. He served his country in the Navy and Marines. Brian retired as an electrician for Caterpillar and was a member of the UAW 751. Brian loved woodworking and could fix anything. He enjoyed NASCAR racing and traveling. Brian married Maria Arnold and she survives.
Surviving are his wife Maria, son, Todd McDuffie of Mt. Zion; daughters; Shawn Thornton of Texas and Melissa Arnold of Urbana; brother, Don McDuffie (Kay) of CA; and sister, Molly Stukins of Decatur; as well as four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Brian was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joseph; and sister, Judith; and grandson, Alejandro Coriano.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mike Schowalter
October 8, 2022
Sorry for your loss Todd and Shawn.
Sam and Tammy Phipps
September 20, 2022
Maria and family, Sam and I want to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Brian. We always enjoyed the few times that we spent with you in Florida. I´m sure you all have special memories of Brian which will help get you through the days ahead.
Sam and Tammy Phipps
Maroa, Il
Lucille
September 18, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home2091 North Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL 62526
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