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Sean Duffey Obituary
Aug 21, 1977 - Feb 14, 2010
Son of John (Pat) Duffey of Blair, NE and Diane Duffey of Golden, CO. Born in Omaha, NE. He departed this life at the Lake of the Ozarks, MO at the age of 32. He was united in marriage to Stephanie (Manzer) Duffey in Las Vegas, NV on December 31st 2003, and to this union three children were born. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Roy and Judy Duffey and Donald Schultz and his step-father Terry Armitage. Survivors include daughters, Natalie and Shauna Duffey, son Nathan Duffey of Omaha NE; estranged wife, Stephanie Duffey of Omaha, NE; parents John "Pat" Duffey and wife Lucy Lauritsen of Blair, NE and Diane Duffey of Golden, CO; sister Tracy Bowen and her husband Donovan Bowen of Golden, CO; niece and nephew Sydney and Mason Bowen both of Golden, CO; grandmother, Barbara Adams of Papillion, NE and a host of other relatives and many, many friends and brother ironworkers. Sean was raised in Lakewood, CO and attended school there. He moved to Omaha where he completed the ironworker apprenticeship and became a proud member of Local 21. He was a loyal friend and brightened everyone's life he came in contact with. He was an amazing person that we will miss every minute of every day. In his spare time he enjoyed riding motorcycles, snowboarding, camping, four wheeling and coming to the Lake of the Ozarks to boat and ski. Most of all, he enjoyed time spent with family and friends. Sean was a loving family man and a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and his accomplishments and will treasure the memories he created for his family and friends.
A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held at 3pm Friday, February 19, 2010 at the Local 21 Ironworkers Union Hall at 14515 Industrial Rd., Omaha, NE, 68144. Memorial donations may be made to The Duffey family at the union hall.
This obituary was originally published in the Omaha World-Herald.
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Misty Reynolds
March 23, 2011
I'm so sorry not to write to you sooner, but everytime I think of Sean I start crying. I miss him very much. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish we would have kept in touch more. Misty Reynolds ( Osage Beach, MO)
October 13, 2010
Sean meant alot to me and I really missed him on the Local 21 poker run a few weeks ago. He was one of my favorite ironworkers and I miss him and his fabulous smile!
Bipper in Omaha
Jake Osborn
February 19, 2010
Natalie,Nathen and Shauna I`m sorry about your dad,your in our thoughts and prayers.
Jake Osborn
Lori
February 19, 2010
Sean is now an Angel looking down upon you!
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 over.
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 1998-2010
Janiece Gurule
February 19, 2010
Diane and Family, May God Bless you in this time of need. Diane I just heard about your son yesterday and my prayers are with you! I am so sorry, there are no words to express the loss of a child. I pray for the gift of peace in this time of need. God Bless! We are all Thinking of you and Love you! Janiece Gurule Molson Coors Brewing Company
Kim Yelick
February 19, 2010
Kasey Yelick and Family, from Cather, send love and prayers to your Family. We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and keep you...
Ace Anderson
February 19, 2010
To Pat, and Family,
Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache: ,
but those who care and ,
share your loss with you,
comfort and peace of mind.,
May you find strength,
in the love of family,
and in the warm embrace,
of friends.,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deepest Sympathy
Shayla Wells
February 18, 2010
Pat, Lucy, Diane, Tracy, Steph & his 3 lil' angels - I am very sorry for the loss of your great son, brother, friend & hero. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. I will never forget that ear to ear smile he had whenever I saw him. May you find comfort and peace in God, his memories and each other.
Caleb Flott
February 18, 2010
Caleb Flott from Cather Elementry kindergarten is sorry for your families loss. He sends his prayers and comfort to the girls
Karyn Nance
February 18, 2010
Some of my fondest memories are of you and I at our grandmas houses. I will always cherish those special times with all those who are heaven. I love you.
Gary Feller
February 18, 2010
Stephanie, Nathan, Natalie & Shauna, We are sorry for the loss of Sean. We had the opportunity to get to know Sean and spend time with him at Aiden's birthday parties. Sean will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie, Gary, Andrew, Adien & Anthony Feller
patricia farmer
February 18, 2010
Our love and thoughts are with you, Pat, Diane, sister Tracy and wife Stephanie and your families. We are so heart sick for all of you.
What a horrible tragedy. Love to all, Patsy Duffey Farmer and family.
Dan Lindblad
February 18, 2010
Pat: So sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan and Susie Lindblad
Rachel Parker
February 18, 2010
Steph, Natalie, Nathan, and Shauna, we are so sorry for the loss of Sean. We were lucky enough to get to know Sean and spend time with him and you all and we'll miss him and his great sense of humor. Sean loved his family and always had a great story to tell. We'll miss seeing his smiling face. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. The Parker Family Dave, Rachel, Ian and Hayden
February 18, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and in the days ahead.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Terry & Jill Dasher
February 18, 2010
Diane,
I am so sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts and heart.
Maureen Giesler
Roxanne & Mike Williamsen
February 18, 2010
Our hearts go out to Sean's family and friends, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
TIM WELCH
February 17, 2010
sean was a very dear freind of mine, he will be deeply missed, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family, he may be gone, but he will live on in our hearts and minds! love you brother!
Kelly Leffler
February 17, 2010
Steph and kids,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts go out to you and the rest of the family. We loved Duffey and we will miss him.
The Leffler Family
Dayna Light
February 17, 2010
To the family of Sean,
I'm very very sorry for your loss. What an awesome person he was. Even though I barely knew him, I knew him well enough to know that he will be greatly missed.
Amy West
February 17, 2010
Stephanie, Natalie, Nathan and Shauna,
you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Amy, Todd and Jordan West
Linda Shea
February 17, 2010
Diane,
Words cannot express my sorrow for your unexpected loss of Sean. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Linda
Jane Halstead
February 17, 2010
Diane, Pat and Tracy,
So sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Sean. Think of you guys often. I remember the little blonde curly headed boy eating HOT peppers. Wish I could be there for you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jane (Collier) Halstead
Rogersville, MO
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