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Mary Duddy Obituary
Mary Patricia Duddy of Whitehall, formerly of Kingston, passed away on June 15, 2008, at the age of 82. She was born in Vandling to the late John and Mary Ellen Molly (OHara) Connelly and was married to the late Joseph Duddy. Mary graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale, class of 1943, and attended both East Stroudsburg and Penn State universities. Mary served as a Sergeant during World War II in the Army. She had worked as an administrative assistant at Larson Supply and as an office manager for Air Systems, Nazareth, retiring in 1997. Mary was a devout Catholic who was a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, Whitehall. She taught ballroom dancing at the Murry School of Dance. She was predeceased by a sister, Gloria Bastian, and three brothers, Robert, Joseph and Jimmy. Mary was a loving mother and grandmother who is survived by a son, Thomas Duddy of Whitehall, three daughters, Patricia and husband Michael Lacey of Harrisburg, Gail Duddy of Whitehall, and Peggy and husband Dwight Conrad of Breiningsville, five grandchildren, Colin and Ian Lacey, and Shannon, Daniel and Mathew Conrad, two sisters, Sharon Tierney in South Carolina and Sister Catherine of Clark Summit, and a brother, John Connelly of Kingston. Services: Viewing, 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Wednesday, both at St. Elizabeth of Hungry Catholic Church, Whitehall. Arrangements, Weber Funeral Home, Allentown. www.weberfuneralhomes.com. Contributions: St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.
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Nancy Haseltine
June 24, 2008
Gail and Pat, I just found out about the passing of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Nancy Reszetar Haseltine
June 20, 2008
Thank you to everyone for your loving words. We deeply appreciate your kindness.
Sincerely,
The Family of Mary Pat Duddy
Kathleen Kurdes
June 18, 2008
Sorry to hear this about Mary. Wish I could have come to the viewing, but I just found out about this and I am in Reading. Mary was one of my favorite clients. I would go out of my way to pick her up. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I work for Easton Coach.
Peggy Heiser
June 17, 2008
Dear Duddy children:
I worked with your Mother many years ago at Larson Supply. She was one of the nicest, most pleasant person that I have ever met. Sorry to hear of your loss.
Peggy (Schenk) Heiser
Matthew Kasprenski
June 17, 2008
Dear Family of Mary Duddy, My wife and I were very saddened when we read of Mary's passing. She, as well as Joe and the children were the finest of people. I always looked forward to seeing any of them in the office or at home. Mary was an extra special human being, and she will be missed by all who knew her. Be assured of our continued prayers for her and the whole family. Fondly, Dr. & Mrs. Matt Kasprenski Sr.
Pat proudly serving her country !
ron pulcini
June 17, 2008
Please view our favorite picture of Pat. We will all miss her and her pleasant manner and find solace in knowing that she is with her Joe.
Ron, Rita, Joe, Julie & all Air Systems co-workers
EILEEN DAVEY
June 17, 2008
DEAR GAIL AND FAMILY,
YOUR MOM WAS THE SWEETEST PERSON, AND SHE WILL BE MISSED.
I WAS ALWAYS GRATEFUL FOR HER PRAYERS FOR MYSELF AND MY FAMILY.
EILEEN - EASTON COACH CALL CTR
THE STAFF OF HARTZELLS PHARMACY
June 17, 2008
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Mary (Levanduski) McGovern
June 17, 2008
Dear Patricia, Gail, Peggy and Thomas,
Your mother and all of you are in my prayers. I have fond memories of both your parents.
Mary Ann
June 17, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Mary Ann
June 17, 2008
Thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I've known Mary only for a short time, serving as her gardener. She was a one-of-a-kind wonderful person. Recently I had stopped with some peonies for her, but later found out that she was in the hospital. My condolences to the families.
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