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David Duffala Obituary

David Raymond Duffala, Sr. Hebron David Raymond Duffala, Sr., age 48 of Hebron, IN, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at the VNA Hospice Center in Valparaiso, IN. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl, of 28 years; daughter, Crystal Duffala of Hebron; son, David Jr. Duffala of Hebron; grandson, Riley David Duffala; parents: James E. Sr. and Margaret Duffala of Hammond; two brothers: James E. Jr. (Dorothy) Duffala of Dyer and Michael Duffala of Highland; three sisters: Jackie (James) Landfald of Lowell, Michele (Chris) Curtis of Munster, Lisa Hillenbrand of Indianapolis; in-laws: Jerry and Arleen Robbins of Schererville; brother-in-law, Gerald (Elaine) Robbins of California; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 20, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. at Geisen Funeral Home, Hebron with Father Kevin Huber officiating. Services will conclude at the funeral home. Friends may call at the Geisen Funeral Home 624 N. Main St., Hebron on Friday, October 20, 2006 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. David graduated from Donald E. Gavit Hammond High School in 1976 and attended St. Joseph Calumet College. He retired from BP Amoco with over 20 years of service and worked at Carber Testing for 3 years. David coached Hebron Little League for many years and enjoyed golfing, fishing and was an avid Cubs Fan. To share a memory or send a condolence please visit the guest book sectio on the obituary page at: www.geisenfuneral home.com. For information call 219-663-2500.
Published by The Times from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2006.

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Diane (Dino) Hill

October 22, 2006

Cheryl and family,
It saddens me to hear that Dave is gone. I had some fond memories of your wedding, double dating with Jeff P., Gavit parties, Hammond Jr. Olympics, and many childhood memories. You are in my thoughts.

Michael and Linda Fajen

October 21, 2006

Dear Cheryl and family, all of us at Amoco share your grief. I left you a note on the funeral home web site and we be sending you something shortly. God bless and strenghten you and yours during this sad time.

Timothy Orr

October 20, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy to the family.I was in boy scouts with Dave and also know him from the refinery. It's a definite shock to hear of Dave's passing.May he rest in peace.

Jennifer Festa

October 20, 2006

Deepest Sympathy to the family. I knew Duffy during my years at Amoco.

Bobby & Dody Russell

October 20, 2006

We are saddened to learn of Dave's passing. Our prayers are with his family.

Terri Quartucci

October 20, 2006

Duffala family, I am so sorry for your loss. I used to bowl with David and Cheryl at Hebron Lanes and he was fun to be around. He will be missed.

VICKI MEADORS

October 19, 2006

DAVID AND I WERE HIRED IN AT THE STANDARD OIL REFINERY ON THE SAME DAY IN 1978. HE WAS A PLEASURE TO KNOW AND MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN AND FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Robert & Debra May

October 19, 2006

We are deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Duffala family during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Evan Tite

October 19, 2006

My very sincere condolences to the Duffala Family on the passing of David. May God be with the Family during this sad time.

Tim Wagner

October 19, 2006

Sorry to hear about your loss,Dave was a great guy.He was my first baseball coach.My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Julie Rys(Havlin)

October 19, 2006

Im sorry to hear of your lost, our prayers are with the family,. I knew David as a class mate at Gavit High School, I know he will be missed deeply...

Phil & Marie Grenchik

October 19, 2006

I was on the original Amoco Athletic Association board with Dave. He was a very fun guy to be around. Always with something funny to make you laugh. I also worked with Dave's dad who is also a great guy. God bless you all and comfort you in this tough time.

Morgann Spicer

October 19, 2006

Dave, I'm very sorry to hear about your dad's passing. We haven't seen each other since high school, but I was thinking about your family today. Please know if there is anything our family can do for your family, we're here to help out in anyway we can. Please extend my prayers to your mom, Crystal and the rest of the family.

Dean Groom

October 19, 2006

I'm really sorry to hear Dave is not with us any longer. I really enjoyed working with him and always considered him a friend. He was a 'live-wire' and funny with a great sense of humor. I always admired how he floated through all the chaos here at the refinery. I was happy to have met Cheryl and we just happen to share a birthday. God Bless you, Cheryl and the Kids, and always know that I really liked Dave your Husband and Dad.
Dean

Brian Waddle

October 19, 2006

Duffy,

I'll always remember your smile.

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