Upcoming Events
Aug
31
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Eagles club
980 N. Seventeenth St., Las Cruces, NM 88005
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Pat Duffey Obituary
Pat C. Duffey, born August 29, 1948 in Socorro, NM, passed away August 20, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Johnny and Mildred Duffey and brothers Billy and Robert Duffey.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Nemi, brother Johnny (Shorty), children Tammy (Joe) Murphy, Tricia Duffey, Daniel Duffey, and grandchildren Orry, Tyra, Jayden Rosales, and Jaxon Murphy.
A lifelong resident of Las Cruces and member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles for over 30 years.
A celebration of life will be held at the Eagles club (Picacho & 17th St.) on August 31, 2025, from 2–5 p.m. Food is appreciated in lieu of flowers.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1410 E. Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88001-3001
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Upcoming Events
Aug
31
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Eagles club
980 N. Seventeenth St., Las Cruces, NM 88005
Send FlowersServices provided by
Getz Funeral Home - Las CrucesOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.