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Sean Michael Duffy
1968 - 2021
Sean Michael Duffy
1968 - 2021
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BORN
1968
DIED
2021
Sean Duffy Obituary
Sean Michael Duffy, 52, born Dec. 23, 1968 died Feb 16, 2021.
Sean was born in Putnam, Ct. to Michael Duffy and Sandra Murdock.
After graduating from Putnam High School, he attended Lake City Community College earning his degree in Turf Grass Management. While attending college he was employed at Gainesville Golf & Country Club. In 1993 Sean married his high school sweetheart, Jennifer Desautels Duffy. They moved to Central Florida where they both were employed at Grand Cypress Resort. He then went on to build and manage the Golf Course operations at Keene’s Pointe of Orlando. In 2004 the family moved to Naples where Sean was the Golf Course Superintendent at Twin Eagles Country Club. For the last 12 years Sean was the Golf Course Superintendent and Director of Golf Course Operations at one of Central Florida's premier facilities, Isleworth Golf & Country Club.
Sean was a dedicated professional and family man. He was an avid Gator fan and loyal to his roots-The Boston Red Sox & New England Patriots.
In addition Sean is survived by his wife Jennifer, children Tyler Michael (23) and Casey Jane (21), his Mother- Sandra Murdock Perkins, Step-mother- Donna Duffy, brother- Conor Duffy and wife Valerie. He is preceded in death by his father Michael Duffy.
Sean’s local family includes his in-laws Judy & Jerry Desautels, Sister-in-law Jane & Giuseppe Magliocchetti and their children- Francesca, Luciano and Giovanni.
66 Entries
Donnie Crosier
December 1, 2024
Jen,
So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and the kids. He was the best roomie during our time in Gainesville. Loved the times we had together, and I will never forget the rattlesnake in the bathroom. Epic!
willie cobb
July 3, 2021
just found out so sorry he wii be missed my man god bless willie
Priscilla Millette-Holbrook
March 24, 2021
Sandra, my most humble condolences to you!
Stephanie Chicoine Johnson
February 21, 2021
Jennifer and Family—I am so sorry to hear of Sean’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Kerri Privitera
February 21, 2021
My heart goes out to Jennifer, Tyler and Casey. So many funny stories were told by Jennifer during the days of working together. You could tell he had a huge heart and just the simple act of talking about him made Jennifer smile ear to ear. Sending my love and hugs to you all. Xoxox
Su Spiewakowski
February 20, 2021
I will always remember the great times working with you at the Speedway. RIP my friend! My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Jerry Edder
February 20, 2021
I'd like to say what a privilege it was to know & work with such great individual. You certainly will be missed my friend. RIP brother!
Michael Folda
February 19, 2021
Jennifer and family I’m truly saddened to hear about the passing of the great “Duff”. Met him as he was growing in Keenes Point and quickly grew very found of him. Stayed in touch with him throughout the years and was happy when he arrived back in the central Florida area again. Says a lot about how great he was, at his job, to have stayed at the top of one of the most elite golf courses in the area for as long as he did. He was a great man and always willing to help me and others no matter the circumstance or the timing. He will truly be missed. Our heats and prayers go out to you and your family. We will continue to keep you guys in our prayers and may God bless you.
Lynnette Jones
February 19, 2021
Amazing husband, father and friend. Uncle Duffy was a joy to know and never failed to make me laugh. We raised our kids together and he was God Father to my daughter Makenna. He was one of my favorite people on the planet and I am sad to not hear his voice again. Love until we see each other again.
Hippie Dumas
February 19, 2021
Sorry to hear the news of the passing of Sean, many great high school memories. His smiling face will ALWAYS be remembered...
Wendy D’Angelo
February 19, 2021
I will always remember Sean’s awesome smile coming across our school cafeteria!! I’m so sorry for your loss. Words fail. Please remember I’m praying for you all. I’m sending so much love ❤
Jon Pletka
February 19, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Sean at Golf Ventures and then stopping by and seeing him occasionally at the course.
Kevin Brown
February 19, 2021
I worked with Sean at KEENES Point,He made me to come to work because you always knew what you were going to get,”somebody had to move down here to manage you rednecks.”He always told me it’s not that hard you just have to put your time in.If something happened close to closing Duff &I didn’t worry about time we knew we had to get the course playable.The comradory was fierce but whatever he asked me to do,he was always there with me.He taught me the ethics of golf course management,He is waiting on me in Heaven for the next big event.Peace Duff,I’ll see you again.I’ll take the same 2 strokes per side.
Richard & Cookie Burke
February 19, 2021
Dearest Jennifer, Tyler & Casey
It was such a privilege to know Sean as a friend, golfer, and businessman.
We enjoyed the time when your family lived here in Palisades.
It is a sadder day knowing that Sean is not Among us any longer.
God bless you, Jen, Tyler, & Casey, please accept our most sincere
sympathy. Richard, cookie, Rick, & Paula Burke
Michael and Paula Lajeunesse
February 19, 2021
Jennifer and family, sorry for you loss. Sean was always so kind to us. Last saw him at Isleworth with Mike. Mike was so happy with what Sean had accomplished.
Bill Scheer
February 19, 2021
Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear about Sean. I owe so much to him and how he pushed me into the grass side of the business. Never forget my first day with him, when he said come on golf pro lets do real mans work. Prayers are with you all.
Ralph Silletti
February 19, 2021
Jennifer & family, sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Sean always giving me a hard time, but that was his way of showing that he cared. If you need anything just let me know.
John Champeau
February 19, 2021
Jennifer,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Sean's passing. It was a nice surprise seeing both of you in Putnam a few years back. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
John
Mark Nykorchuck
February 19, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed his company.
Jane Czarnecki
February 19, 2021
I’m so sad to hear this. We absolutely loved Sean! Witty, handsome, wicked smart! Great husband and father! Hugs and love to you Jen, Casey and Tyler
Jane and Austin Czarnecki.
Rebecca Bigelow Lambert
February 19, 2021
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Sean's passing. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Anita O'Neill
February 19, 2021
Sending our heartfelt condolences to your entire family.
Ashley and Stuart Appleby
February 19, 2021
Our family loved this man. He was such a dear soul. He will be forever missed. Always a relaxing soul to hang around, connected with your conversation, & always honest. Such a sweetheart to our kids. Saved us during a fire ant encounter with our two year old nephew Beau. He was such a treasured friend. Stuart will never forget his willingness to help and his willingness to laugh...”there will only be one Duff” Sending our love and condolences to your amazing family. We will miss him greatly.
Crista Durand
February 18, 2021
So many great memories of Sean. Sending love and strength to your family.
May he Rest In Peace,
Crista and Steve Durand ❤
Jim and Lauren McGovern
February 18, 2021
Our hearts are broken to learn of Sean's passing. So many wonderful memories. Always quick with a joke and a story, Sean was the life of the party and a true friend. We send our love, strength and prayers to your family today and every day.
Kurt Michon
February 18, 2021
We have so many great memories from High School he always had a contagious smile and had a big heart. May he rest in peace. Will keep you all in our prayers.
The Sproule Family
February 18, 2021
Jenn, Tyler and Casey we were saddened to hear about Sean. We will be praying for peace and comfort.
Richard Glaze
February 18, 2021
Didn't know Sean but 5 years but in that time I grew to love the man. We became close friends because we had a lot in common. I will miss him and his humor. RIP my brother!
Cat Lee
February 18, 2021
Jen, Casey, and Tyler I am so sorry to hear about Sean's passing. Sean always knew how to make us laugh and we had a great time with you and the family. If you guys need anything please let us know. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers Love and miss you guys ❤
Christine Frew
February 18, 2021
Such a wonderful person. He will be truly missed by his Isleworth Family !! My prayers are with you all!!
Christine Frew
Kathryn Bellerose Willard
February 18, 2021
Jen and family,
I am so for your loss.
Denise Nopper
February 18, 2021
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!
Jim Kernohan
February 18, 2021
Great guy with a personality to match. Always enjoyed reminiscing the LCCC days while laughing about the craziness of life and golf. You'll be missed. RIP brother!❤
Neal Leon
February 18, 2021
Many great childhood memories! May he rest in peace.
Kevin Wasilewski
February 18, 2021
If you needed a friend, Sean was there! If you needed a laugh, he had plenty for you! He will be missed by many in our wonderful industry. Our prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Chris Coderre
February 18, 2021
Jen and Family - I am saddened to hear of Sean's passing and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Although I hadn't seen Sean in a number of years, I have very fond memories growing up together and spending many night's at the Duffy household. These memories I will cherish forever. Keep your memories close and know that God is with all of you. Once again, my heartfelt condolences.
Jennifer Aragon
February 18, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss, Sean always made me laugh and I enjoyed the times we got to hang out. Our prayers are with you Jenn, Tyler and Casey.
Jennifer, Brianna, Savannah, Kylie and Logan.
Corey Lott
February 18, 2021
I had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with Sean on several occasions after soccer games at Lake Minneola High when I coached Tyler. I'll remember Sean as an upbeat guy that always made you feel as though you were valued. I am sincerely sorry for your families loss. May he Rest in Peace.
Marietta Ferrari
February 18, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My heart goes out to you,Tyler and Casey.
Julie Brown
February 18, 2021
Jen, Casey and Tyler, we are so sorry to hear of Sean’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers to you all. Love The Brown Family
Keith Martinek
February 18, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to your family. Love Keith, Kerri, Abby and Grady
David Philpott
February 18, 2021
I can not express the amount of gratitude I have for being able to work along side Sean all these years here at Isleworth!!!! Brother you made me a better professional with your tireless work ethic an can do attitude, I can honestly say I would never have achieved so much here without having you to lean on over the years!!!! Going to miss you my brother RIP!!! Jen, Tyler, and Casey God Bless you all
Kathleen Martinek
February 18, 2021
Jennifer, Tyler, and Casey. You are all in our hearts and prayers. We are so so sad for your loss. Kathy and Steve Martinek
Laura Toler
February 18, 2021
I was fortunate to meet Sean through Jen and Casey. When Sean was around, laughter was present. He was a friendly and funny guy. Jen, Casey and Tyler, I hope that you find strength and comfort in the love and caring support of all of your friends and family. As the days and weeks pass and your lives return to your every day routine, I hope that you will find comfort in your many precious memories of him. Love and Hugs.
Cindy Wright
February 18, 2021
Will miss his quick wit and great stories and his true blue passion for whomever or whatever he believed in. Lucky to have known him. Will truly miss him...
Paul Syms
February 18, 2021
A true gentleman
A crown for him indeed ..
Marge Johnston
February 18, 2021
Dear Jennifer and family,
Kevin and I send our deepest sympathies. We are so saddened to hear of Sean’s passing. We have known Sean since he was a little boy, in fact, he was a first grade student of mine. He was always happy, and friendly. He was such a wonderful person. We were able to spend some time with him, along with his dad, a number of years ago, such nice memories. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts. We are so very sorry. Love Marge and Kevin Johnston
Marisa Sulsenti
February 18, 2021
Continued prayers for the Duffy family during this difficult time. Love and peace always.
Karen Thomas
February 18, 2021
What a great guy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you.
Duncan Stewart-Orris
February 18, 2021
I was lucky to meet Sean on a few occasions. He was always friendly and sure to add some humor to the conversation. I will look back and enjoy the good moments we spent together. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Karen Atkinson
February 18, 2021
Sean was an outstanding man and one of the most genuine people I have had the pleasure to have known. My sincere condolences to Sean’s family and friends. Rest well my friend.
David Kemp
February 17, 2021
Sean was a true friend and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. RIP my friend.
Jake Williams
February 17, 2021
You will be missed rest in peace brother
Johnny Shields
February 17, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to all Sean's family and friends. An absolute gem of a man taken way too early. Memories of our albeit short friendship will last forever...Rest easy my friend
Scott Whorrall
February 17, 2021
My condolences to the Duffy family. Sean and I graduated college together. I always enjoyed his personality and being around him. He will be missed.
Brad Seiler
February 17, 2021
Our community and industry has lost an amazing person. Sean was a great husband, father, and friend to all. His personality could light up the darkest of rooms. You will be missed my friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Duffy family and all who were close to Sean.
Matt Howes
February 17, 2021
Prayers for the family. Sean was a great man and will truly be missed.
February 17, 2021
Skip Heinz
February 17, 2021
Prayer for peace during this difficult time for the Duffy family. Sean was a great superintendent and a great friend. He is gone way too soon but will never be forgotten. Rest easy, my friend.
Ron Hibbard
February 17, 2021
Left here way too soon. What a great guy and mentor. Sorry for Sean's family and their loss.
John Williams
February 17, 2021
I'm going to miss you Sean very much you would like a brother to me I learned a lot from you I love you and God bless hope you are in a better place
John Madden
February 17, 2021
Truly saddened to learn of Sean’s passing,I’ve known Sean. For over 20 years he will be missed. RIP brother
Darren Gafford
February 17, 2021
My prayers go out to the Duffy family. Sean and I graduated college together. He was a great Superintendent and an even better person. Godspeed my friend!
Mike Gay
February 17, 2021
Shared many memories my friend, sadly not enough! Rest In Peace my brother! Till we meet again....
Rob Torri
February 17, 2021
No longer here but never forgotten !!!
A great man , a great friend !
Until we meet again my brother ❤
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