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John Duffy Obituary

John Thomas Duffy

March 23, 1988 - August 5,2016

Raleigh

John Thomas Duffy, 28, of Raleigh, died Friday August 5th, 2016 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday August 13th at Grace Community Church, located at 6561 Meridian Drive Raleigh NC 27616. A native Raleigh, John was the son of Michael Thomas Duffy and Elizabeth Brooks Duffy. He was a 2006 graduate of Millbrook High School. John is survived by his sister, Sarah Catherine Duffy and brother, Matthew Fitzgerald Duffy, both of Raleigh. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Healing Transitions of Raleigh at healing-transitions.org

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Published by The News and Observer on Aug. 11, 2016.

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Jean & Scott Hileman

August 18, 2016

Duffy Family,

We were out of town and were not able to attend John's service. Scott and I are truly sorry to have heard about his death. John was truly a special guy and not once did he ever miss the chance to welcome us or acknowledge us at our many times at Duffy's.A hug was always there.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy Blake

August 17, 2016

Beth and your family, my thoughts are with you during this very tough time.

Randall & Nancy Tidwell

August 16, 2016

Deepest sympathies to our old friends from Duffy's restaurant. We remember John well - a handsome, polite young man who we were always glad to see. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Patty Holloway

August 15, 2016

Beth and Family-I was so sorry to hear of your son's passing. You are in my thoughts and I pray for your healing during this very difficult time.

Peggy & Greg Filiberti

August 13, 2016

Dear Beth & Family,

We are so sorry about your sweet boy...the good Lord is walking with you today & always & may all the memories of his lifetime help you heal.
Love - Hugs & Prayers.

Peggy & Greg Filiberti

August 12, 2016

God bless you each one, and God bless sweet John. I will continue praying for your family, and send love.
Lynn Titchener

Deborah Grady

August 11, 2016

Duffy, Beth, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Grady

Randall & Donna Sartwell

August 11, 2016

John will be forever remembered, as he was respectful, fun-loving, and so close to his family & friends. Taken too soon, May his family and friends find peace in knowing they will have a guardian angel and that he is forever surrounded with peace and love! Remembered Forever!

Lauren Summers

August 11, 2016

Sarah and family-Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. May John rest is eternal peace with our Savior. Love and strength to you and yours forever!

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