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Andy Duffie Obituary
February 9, 1956 - November 15, 2020
Andy Craig Duffie, 64, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in College Station. A private family service will be held at Hillier Funeral Home in College Station. The service will also be available for later viewing online at www.HillierFuneralHome.com.
Andy was born Feb. 9, 1956, in Vernon, Texas, the oldest son of Margaret Jane and the late Tommie Carlton Duffie '51.
After graduating from Vernon High School, he attended Texas A&M University where he was a member of Company M-1 in the Corps of Cadets, and the Ross Volunteers. As an upperclassman, he advanced to Corps Staff where he served as Corps Adjutant and was elected senior class president of the Class of '78.
On May 30, 1981, he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Connie Duffie, in Vernon. After owning and operating several small businesses in Vernon for 33 years, Andy and Connie moved to College Station in 2014, where he remained active with his beloved Texas A&M University. He was a past officer of the Brazos County A&M Club, and was frequently involved with the Brazos Valley A&M Club's Aggie Muster. He also served as class agent for the Class of '78.
One of the great passions in Andy's life was "paying it forward" – giving back to causes greater than himself, and to the people and institutions he loved. This was most apparent in his Aggie Century Tree Project, which began in 2010 as a fundraising project that has since funded the Century Tree President's Endowed Scholarship, a Sul Ross scholarship, and several Aggie Ring scholarships. He also enjoyed meeting other Aggies across the country and helping new generations of A&M students get their start in Aggieland. More than 3,000 of his Century Tree seedlings have been planted in 15 states across the country.
Andy is survived by his wife Connie Osborne Duffie; two daughters, Andrea Gail Duffie '08 and Laura Ellen Duffie '12; his mother Jane Duffie of Wichita Falls; two brothers: Doug Duffie '80 and his wife Cheryll '82 of Colleyville, and Kelly Duffie '83 and his wife Leslie '86 of Cypress; two nieces, Hope Duffie and Shannon Duffie '16; and two nephews, Ryan Duffie and Sean Duffie '22. He was preceded in death by his father, Tommie C. Duffie '51.
For more information on how to view the service online, or assist the family, visit www.AggieCenturyTreeProject.com/celebrating-andy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andy Duffie
Tom Earwood
December 8, 2020
A great Aggie, great friend, great man.
Scott and Joan Sanders
December 5, 2020
We shared such a special day with Andy planting the trees for our sweet Wesley and Maegan. We will never forget Andy or his kindness.
Hal Hewett 78,18
November 22, 2020
Very few have left a legacy that can equal Andy's. What a living testament to a life well lived. He appeared to be a good Aggie forester with his Century Tree Project but he truly was a fisherman. He cast his net wide and far. Very few could elude his net as he exuded a love of family, knowledge, confidence, calm, and an undeniable love of Texas A&M. Rare are the few that have embraced their ambassadorship as well as Andy. May he always rest in peace with the love of his family and the oh-so-many that he touched. Andy is the Spirit of Aggieland and as we know, he is marching in behind the band.
Troy and Melissa Hughes
November 20, 2020
We only know Andy through lengthy and always entertaining emails shared due to our support of his Century Tree Project. Our sons Aaron `18 and Cullen `21, often picked up trees from Andy to bring home to us in South Texas. Both boys loved visiting with Andy. He was always so kind to them, asking about their studies, plans for the future and encouraging them to stay the course. Such a good example to our young Aggies. We are heartbroken for Andy´s family, and will hold you all close in thought and prayer for the days to come.
John M LaBore
November 19, 2020
Our prayers and sympathy go out to Connie and all of Andy´s family. Words cannot begin to convey how much he will be missed. He is gone far too soon, but he definitely made his mark during this life. Andy and I knew each other when we were in the Corps and we were also in the Ross Volunteer Company at the same time. My friendship greatly deepened with Andy when he and Connie moved to College Station in 2014, only months before my son Daniel joined the Corps as a fish. Andy was a terrific mentor to Daniel, even though he was often encouraging Daniel to do a "pull-out" of some type! Those of us that knew Andy knew that he had a big heart and that he was always at the ready with words of encouragement. He was the embodiment of all that is truly good about Texas Aggies. I was so glad that he was the one that presented Daniel with his Aggie Ring! And I know that without a doubt, thousands of Aggies will look at their Century Trees in their yards all over this country and they will always think of the one man that literally brought that innovative idea to fruition, and funded hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of endowed scholarships. An incredible legacy. Here!
Barbara Musgrove
November 19, 2020
SSC Facility Services at Texas A&M has worked with Andy for years. He is a perfect example of someone living the Aggie values. He was always a pleasure to work with and I will miss him dearly. The associates at SSC will continue to keep your family in our prayers!
Dale Lazo
November 19, 2020
Andy and I were in the Ross Volunteer Company and on Corps Staff together. He was the epitome of what a "Good Ag" should be. Later in life we came understand the quality of his character and his sterling reputation for integrity, humility, and leadership. We loved him because we knew he loved us!
Stephanie Collums
November 19, 2020
Prayers for your family. Andy was a true and genuine friend personally and to the Aggie Mom organization. We will all greatly miss his kind heart and enthusiasm for all things Aggie.
Jan Wiedemann
November 19, 2020
Oh my, Andie's legacy will live through his Century Trees.
Stephani
November 18, 2020
Here!
Mark '76 and Pam '77 Steele
November 18, 2020
Andy has been a friend of long standing. This is a sad loss of a good man too soon for his family, his friends, and TAMU. Andy made his mark in this life, and we know where his soul now resides and for that we give thanks.
Jan Byerly Crow 79
November 18, 2020
My sympathies and prayers are with all of you Duffies. Andy was a life long friend, and I have many fond memories of him through the years. I will miss him on this earth, but I know I will see him on the other side taking in all the wonderful things Our Father has made for us. He perfect now, but he´ll be missed.
Nancy Graf
November 18, 2020
So sad to hear of the passing of Andy. I pray for God to wrap you, Connie , Andrea , and Laura , in his arms and give you peace and Comfort.
Joe Marshall 78
November 18, 2020
Andy epitomized what it means to be an Aggie. He made the world a better place.
Ted M. Lamp 75
November 18, 2020
Our deepest sympathy for the entire Duffie Family. Andy was a Super Guy and a Great Aggie. He will be missed.
Ted M. Lamp
November 18, 2020
Our heart felt sympathy to the entire Duffie Family. Andy was a Super person and a Great Aggie. He will be missed.
Lily Huie Beilharz
November 17, 2020
I am so sad to hear of Andy´s passing. He was such a great person and feel blessed I knew him and Connie growing up in Vernon.
Joan Marshall
November 17, 2020
I´ve known Andy since our days at A&M, but most recently as a co-class agent. He had boundless energy and ideas, always had a smile, knew no strangers, was always willing to help, and had a mind for history, both A&M history and world history. He got people to volunteer to hand out Aggie Rings, kept up with the students on his Century Tree scholarships and the Class of `78 scholarships, and got involved at as many Aggie events as he could. He had strong opinions on many topics, but would listen to your side. My heart is heavy, not only for losing a selfless `78 class agent, but because I lost a dear friend. My love and prayers go out to Connie and the entire Duffie family. We lost a great one.
Jeff and Mary Bearden 76
November 17, 2020
We were shocked and saddened by the loss of Andy. He was the epitome of a Texas Aggie. Prayers are going up from his old hometown for Connie and family.
Kent Shepard
November 17, 2020
Andy was such an awesome guy who bled maroon as much as anyone I have ever met. What a loss to the class of `78 as he was our spirit stick. Prayers lifted for Connie and family. Gig´em Andy!
Joseph and Minnie Kelly
November 17, 2020
Words cannot express the sorry that we share with you at this time. The year that we have shared with your family has seemed like a lifetime. We valued Andy as a neighbor, a person and a friend. We will miss him every day. Know that we are here for you in whatever you need and whenever you need us.
The Kellys
Katie and Greig Latham80
November 17, 2020
Katie and Greig Latham80
November 17, 2020
Katie and Greig Latham80
November 17, 2020
We are with you in Spirit. HERE
George Woodard
November 17, 2020
Your impact on the Aggie community and the class of '78 specifically was immeasurable. You are missed.
Dee Wright
November 17, 2020
Andy will be greatly missed. He impacted so many positively.
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