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Sean Duffie Obituary
October 30, 1968 to January 17, 2008
On Thursday, January 17, 2008, after a wonderful morning with his family, Sean dropped his daughter, Katie, off at school. He was on his way to South Beach in Crescent City, Calif., to surf with a friend. That afternoon, after riding the best wave of the day, Sean died doing what he loved to do.
Born in San Diego, Calif., to Sherryl and Patrick Duffie, and moving to Hawaii when he was two, Sean fell in love with the water, and surfing. "He was born in the water," his friend said Friday. He spent his high school years in Eagle Point before moving back to Hawaii. Sean met his wife Wendy in 1991, and they were married in 1993. They settled in Phoenix, where he started his business, Greco Tile Co.
Family was what mattered most to Sean. He would have considered his happy marriage of almost 15 years to Wendy, and his two children, Katie (10) and Max (6) to be his greatest accomplishments. He loved his family and he shared his love of music, travel, sports and the outdoors with them.
Sean is survived by his loving wife, Wendy (Webb) Duffie; daughter, Katie; and son, Max; mother, Sherryl Carlson, of Medford; father Patrick Duffie (Jennifer), of Guam; stepfather, Scott Carlson (Lori) of Medford; grandmother, Delores Nielson, of San Diego, Calif.; brothers, Wynd Carlson, of Shady Cove, and Ryan Carlson, of Hawaii; sister Tatiana Duffie, of Hawaii; step-brother, John and step-sister Roxanne of Guam; parents-in-law, David and Rozella Webb, of Sedgwick, Maine; sister-in-law; Susan Webb (Dan Howe) of Portland; brother-in-law, Ben Webb (Carol) of Sedgwick, Maine; nieces, Sarah and Hannah; nephew, Christian; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Duffie; and his grandmother, Ann Rotar.
A memorial service will be held at Ashland Christian Fellowship on Saturday, January 26, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. Sean will be cremated and his ashes scattered in Maui later this year.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in support of the family to the Sean Duffie Memorial Fund, Washington Mutual bank, 81 E. Stewart Ave., Medford, OR 97501. The Duffie family would like to thank all the friends, family and members of the community who have given them their love and support during this difficult time.
Memories and Condolences
for Sean Duffie
Francine Brown
February 11, 2008
We miss you horribly Sean, and are STILL healing. We will see you soon "on that Rock", just like in the Basin 24/7. We love you and will be here for Wendy,Katie, and Max. Till we see you again;
Love Kelly, Frannie, William & Kelsey Brown and our newest addition Lil Cheyenne whom he adored with all his heart ...! .
Psalm 61:2 ROCK
From the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint; lead me to the Rock that is higher than I.
Exodus 33:21
"Behold, there is a place by Me, and you shall stand there on the Rock."
Sharlene Grant
January 31, 2008
Wendy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I never got to meet Sean, but I know you, so I am positive he was an outstanding person, father, husband, and your best friend. Please accept my sympathies.
Thinking of you,
Sharlene
LISA GRAY
January 28, 2008
SEAN WAS A GREAT GUY HE HELPED COACH AT EAGLEPOINT WHEN MY SON'S WRESTLED AND BRAD GOT TO WRESTLE WITH HIM AT SOU.WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSE OF SUCH A GREAT PERSON. THE GRAY FAMILY
Chris Brown
January 28, 2008
Sean your the Man. Thanks for the help this year with my Elk. Im sorry I cant help you with yours next year. You will be surely missed around Hunting camp in the years to come.
James Stiritz
January 26, 2008
At the great work site the Master tile setter has been lovingly, artisticly, beautifully at work creating 'The Masterpiece'. With the use of wonderful materials in many colors, shapes and sizes. Of subtle texture and bold line has He laid down such beauty. In his work he knows the importance of each and every piece, how one is preceded by another giving support and definition. And in turn how the subsequent pieces are built upon from there. At this time may He step back and through us be please with a partiular piece of this great mosaic, 'he' that we have had the pleasure, the honor to know as Sean Duffie!!!
My warmest condolences to the family and friends whom I share in grieving and in love of our friend.
James Stiritz
Ava Litton
January 25, 2008
Sean was an amazing Husband, Father and friend.. his loyalty and love to all above is what we remember most. He was a true hero in every sense of the word.. and will be missed by all of us. We love you Sean!
Ava, Cameron and Chelsea
Jim Bedingfield
January 24, 2008
Sean was a great person/Friend from the first day we met in Jr High. We laughed together and competed together for many years and this is a tuf loss for the many people who's life Sean touched.
Trina Thompson (Bedingfield)
January 24, 2008
such a shock, all my thoughs and prayers go out to the family! Sean and my brother Jim were great friends at Eagle Point, we watch about every wrestling match he was ever in. He will be greatly missed.
Stephanie Prince
January 24, 2008
There are no words that can make what has happened easier to deal with. Just know that you are not alone, and there are many waiting to help in whatever way we can.
You are in our thoughts every day.
Steph
Greg, Jan, Emery & Logan Leach
January 24, 2008
You all are in our constant thoughts and prayers. What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful man.
Tom Ayres
January 24, 2008
Sure do remember you wrestling , you were great. Tom Ayres
Yvette & Jayson
January 24, 2008
Praying for friends to comfort you,
faith to uphold you,
and loving memories
to help you smile again.
Gail & Paul David Rasmussen
January 24, 2008
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Sean was a nice young man. We have fond memories of watching him wrestle for the Eagle Point Eagles.
Karen, Susan, Kashmir, Tristan & Randy
January 24, 2008
Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.
Deepest Sympathy
Ann Langberg
January 24, 2008
May God be with you...My love and prayers are with you all...Ann Langberg
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