Patrick J. Duddy, 74, of Kutztown, passed away on Wed, June 8, 2016 surrounded by family. Born Jan. 29, 1942 in Reading, he was the son of the late Charles V. and Ozetta M. (Grab) Duddy. Patrick was a Professor of Biology at Kutztown University for 34 years. Patrick was a graduate of St. Peter's Reading Catholic High, University of Notre Dame, Villanova University, Lehigh University and Kutztown State College. Survivors: Patrick is survived by his wife of 46 yrs, Cindy (Edwards) Duddy, their children, Robert Duddy, husband of Leigh (Stork) Duddy, Lenhartsville and Maureen (Duddy) Henninger, wife of Kenny Henninger, Kutztown. He is also survived by his granddaughters Kenzie, Kayley and Chloe. Also, sisters Mary Theresa McNealis, Maureen C. Hamilton and Margaret Mary Glass and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Patrick was preceded in death by his son, Patrick J. Duddy Jr. in 1986. Services: Services for Patrick will be private. Walbert Funeral Home & Cremation Services, PC, Fleetwood, PA is handling arrangements. Contributions: Donations can be made in Patrick's name to Hawk Mountain Sanctuary www.hawkmountain.org. Online condolences may be offered at WalbertFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Jun. 12, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Duddy

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42 Entries

Steve Drager

October 6, 2021

Professor Duddy was inspirational
to me. He was the one that educated me about organ donation because of his son. I passed that along to my children. I think about him from time to time .
He was so real and I´m thankful I met him.

Todd Chamberlain

February 22, 2020

I was so saddened to see of Professor Duddys passing. I took 3 classes of Bio as a Business Major between 88-90 because I so enjoyed Prof. Duddy. He didnt know me well. But he had a huge impact on me. I often tell my son, I learned more about myself and life from a Professor Duddy, getting a C, than any A I ever got from someone else And thats the truth. Rest well sir. You touched so many people.

Merilyn Carey Donaldson

June 25, 2016

Dear Cindy, Robert, and Maureen,
I was so very sorry to read of Pat's death. Even though I've only seen him one time, at Mrs. Muhlenberg's funeral, He was one of my best friends from fourth grade to our graduation from Sacred Heart School.This little girl from Tennessee was a real outsider at first, and Pat was one of the kids that made me feel welcome.His cousin Mike turned out to be one of my brother Jack's best friends. Now they're all in Heaven, looking out for all of us. Know I hold you all in my prayers. He was a special guy !

Jason Slipp

June 14, 2016

This is very sad news. First, to his family and friends, I am very sorry for your loss.

I was not a bio major, but took a winter course with Prof Duddy in 1996. He started the class by sharing a story about the impact a Priest at Notre Dame had on his own thinking. If I remember correctly, it was a philosophy class and the Priest forced his students to think deeply about the existence of God. From that moment on, I was hooked on the class and my entire academic career, and life, changed - Prof Duddy taught us that it was not important to store all the data in your head, but to know where to find it. He also taught us that our experiences shape our knowledge - both these lessons stick with me until this day. Prof Duddy shared many more stories about his life, losing his Son, and how he felt when John Lennon was assassinated. He somehow made everything in life relevant to that class. He, and we in the class, cried many times that winter break. It was the most vulnerable I had ever seen an academic and I sincerely admire Prof Duddy for that experience.

I honestly think about Biology and Society, affectionately known as the "Sex Class", almost daily. Along with the tears, Prof Duddy created a safe environment where students felt comfortable sharing personal experiences while they learned about themselves - and the tears were over matched by the laughs. It was the most magical learning experience I have ever had.

Finally, during that short winter course, I was plagued with severe headaches for about 3 months. I had to miss a class for a CAT scan and Prof Duddy not only waited to go over some topics so I wouldn't fall behind, but he took me aside at the next class and asked how I was and if there was anything he could do - there were over 200 people in that class and I had no idea he even knew who I was. What an amazing person.

As I continue to navigate the waters of academia and life while attempting to complete an advanced degree I am reminded of Prof Duddy's humanity, caring, humor, and wonderment regarding life. I only hope I become half the teacher and person he was.

I hope everyone who was close with him is doing as well as they possibly could be given this loss.

Amy Orlando

June 14, 2016

Dear Mrs. Duddy, Robert & Maureen,

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. The news brought tears to my eyes followed by a flood of wonderful memories of an amazing man.
He truly helped to form the person I am today and remains to be one of the only people who could ever make me blush and / or speechless.
His memory will always have a very special place in my heart.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences and please do reach out if there is anything I can do to offer assistance at this difficult time.
I will keep you and your families in my thoughts and prayers.

Nathan Kurtz

June 14, 2016

My condolences to the Duddy family. I spent many happy hours at their house as a teenager.

Sally Law

June 13, 2016

Glynnis Procter called me this evening to let me know. Glynnis lives in Emmaus. Glynnis, Pat, Sally Law and others of us grew up together on a long ago Grand Boulevard. We shared friendships, discussions, and hopes and dreams. I well remember when Pat went off to Notre Dame and his letters home. I was very sorry to hear this news and my condolences for all his family. He was always a good guy.

Glynnis Rea

June 13, 2016

To Patrick's sisters and his family, I have fond memories of Pat and the Grand Blvd. Gang from the 1950's. So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful person.

Lawrence Rufo

June 13, 2016

Professor Duddy was a wise and gentle man. I, for one, am a better man for having the privilege of picking from the fruit of his wisdom. He made Kutztown University a better place to study life, as he did for the world at large. God speed.

Lawrence Rufo

June 13, 2016

Cheryl Richards

June 13, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Mr. Duddy's passing. Much love to the entire family during this difficult time.

June 13, 2016

Maureen and Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss.

Eric, Shannon, Dalton and Samantha Furst

Amy Bieak

June 13, 2016

This is incredibly sad. I remember taking his classes in the mid 1990s and being truly interested and engaged. He would treat us like adults and even invite us to his home at Thanksgiving if we had no place to go. One of the few KU professors who affected my way of thinking and whom I will always hold in the highest regard. Deepest sympathies to the family and all those who love him.

Charlotte (Wenrich) Bower

June 13, 2016

Sympathy to the Duddy Family, knew them for many years when we were all kids. Our parents were friends, and we went to school with some of them.

June 13, 2016

Dear Rob, Maureen, and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to you, and prayers for strength during this time.

Keith & Christine Claytor

June 13, 2016

Dear Cindy and Family,
I am so saddened to read about Pat's passing. Gone mush too soon. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Anne and Craig Evans

Terry Haas

June 13, 2016

It's been a long time since KU. I remember few of my professors but I remember Prof. Duddy. I recall his passion about the oceans, about the environment in general and about population growth. It made me look at these issues differently then and now. My condolences to the family.

Bill Ribble

June 13, 2016

It's been over 45 years since I last saw Professor Duddy, but I remember him and his Biology Class like it was yesterday. Truly a legend at Kutztown. He set the bar for others to follow as educators. Anyone who knew Professor Duddy or studied under his direction, was given some key principles in making them a better person. One of those keys was "giving back". RIP!
Bill Ribble, Class of 1973

Sarah Schroeder Burns

June 12, 2016

To the Duddy Family,

It was with much sadness that I read of Professor Duddy's passing.I was one of his students at KU back in the early 70's. Professor Duddy had such a passion for teaching! Everyone wanted to take one of his classes because he was so inspiring. He truly cared about the subject matter he was teaching and in turn made us care,too. When I became a teacher,I often found myself thinking about him and hoped that I would be able to instill in my students a love for learning just like he did in those of us who had the privilege of taking his classes.I grew up in the Kempton area.My grandfather's farm was at the foot of Hawk Mt. So each time when I get home and see the mt., it will remind me warmly of Professor Duddy and how special he was.Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you have of him and in the special times you shared. Know that he was loved by so many of his former students. There is no greater teacher than Mr. Duddy!

Former KU students

June 12, 2016

Blessings and God's Peace to your family and countless friends at this difficult time.
We all know that many great memories will be with us forever and that you are truly at peace.
May all your family take pride in having such an honest and faithful man, as not everyone has as that as a husband , father and other.I doubt they can imagine the countless list of folks who have held you in their hearts and prayers and countinue to do the same for your loved ones.

Jim and Jen Keiser

June 12, 2016

Our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mr. Duddy. We were very fond of him. We remember him early on from KU, and later, watching Kenzie play soccer. Prayers to the Duddy and Henninger families.

June 12, 2016

Dear Cindy so sorry to hear the passing of Patrick Sending Thoughts and Prayers to the family including Mary Theresa, Maureen and Margaret Mary. Lovingly cousin Colleen LaScala

Jennifer Roe

June 12, 2016

Saddened to read about Mr. Duddy's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

John Mraz

June 12, 2016

Cindy, my deepest sympathies on the death of Pat. As you well remember he was our favorite teacher and friend. You and your family are in my prayers.

[Msgr.] John S. Mraz, BCHS '67

Anna Mae Weiss

June 12, 2016

Cindy, Robert and Maureen and families. I am very sorry to read about Pat's passing in the morning paper. Our families were close with my working with Pat and our boys in Boys Scouts together. May you have Peace and strength during this difficult time. He is now at Peace with Patrick. With Heartfelt Sympathy.

Marcie Nowacki

June 12, 2016

I had him for biology in 1988 he left a lasting impression on me. His kind heartless shown through even though I never actually spoke to him

Patrick Schiding

June 12, 2016

Professor Duddy was one of my favorite professors from Kutztown. He was a great guy and always engaged his students. May he rest in peace. My condolences to his family.

Bob Cesca

June 12, 2016

Mr. Duddy changed my life. He was *that* teacher -- the one from the movies that inspires his students to be something more than just unthinking, unfeeling learners. He helped me and everyone he touched to become better people, and speaking for myself, there's not a day that goes by that I'm not reminded of something Duddy said in class or to me personally -- and it always helps. I am forever in his debt, and I hope his family knows how truly great a man he was. The world is a better place because of his work, his philosophy and his kindness. -Bob Cesca, 1989-1994 (I wasn't a bio major, but I enrolled in all of his courses -- and I aced Fetal Biology.)

Tim Briody

June 12, 2016

Rest in peace oh great teacher. He was ahead of his time. I never forgot his warnings of climate change and over population. He was inspiring. I had his class back in the early 1970's.

Danene Fast

June 12, 2016

Dr. Duddy was one of the best professors I had the pleasure of learning from during my time at Kutztown University. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn your loss and celebrate his life. God bless you all.

Bernadette Lusczzek

June 12, 2016

He taught the best classes. He was engaging and approachable. The perfect educator! Rest peacefully. The world has lost a wonderful man. Kutztown class of 1996

June 12, 2016

Sorry to hear this sad news. Our condolences.
-The Shirks

Eileen Murphy-Schmehl

June 12, 2016

So sad to hear of Prof. Duddy ' s passing. I was in his Man And The Environment Class, and it truly changed my life! He was a wonderful man, and our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, The Murphy-Schmehl Family

Janine Bertoti

June 12, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Duddy's passing. There are few professors you remember after 26 years, but Mr. Duddy will always be remembered. I think of him often when I see a spider and remember the story he told about his son going out of his way to save this spider. He taught us how important every life is- no matter how small. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. -Janine Bertoti- Class of '93

Maureen Henninger

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Hujsa (Kissel) Barbara

June 12, 2016

To the family of Mr. Duffy, I offer deepest condolences.After 41 years , I still mention him several times a year in conversation , as he was the very best Biology instructor ever!!!
Wonderful and so very kind. Unforgettable person, whom, I'm certain, left an impression on an infinite number of students.I was fortunate to have such an impressionable person , whose knowledge remains with me today.Your family will remain in thoughts and prayers at this difficult time..Sincerely,Barb (Kissel) Hujsa

Steve Katzenmoyer

June 12, 2016

I'm very sorry to read of his passing. Peace, love, and strength to all of you during this difficult time.

Sue Kline

June 12, 2016

Cindy, Robert, Maureen, and family~
still in shock from hearing the news yesterday and now saddened to officially read this obituary
RIP Mr. Duddy ... bet you're camping/canoeing with Pat after almost 30 long years, plus I'm sure my Nana's already served you an Airport Diner special!
not only was he the dad to a classmate, but no doubt my favorite professor at KU ~ elected at least 3 of his courses because I enjoyed his lectures and finished the classes inspired with useful, practical, life altering information.
Remember: love lives on forever in your memories! It sucks for all those he leaves behind, but knowing he's not suffering and truly at peace is a blessing.
You're all in my prayers, with heartfelt sympathy~

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