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John Duffy Obituary
John Charles Duffy, Jr. passed away surrounded by his family on November 4, 2020. He was the son of Mary (Kealey) and Jack Duffy and was born in Philadelphia on April 30, 1953. He lived his entire life in Tulsa where he attended Marquette Grade School, graduated Bishop Kelley High School in 1971, and attended University of Oklahoma and Tulsa University. In 1982, he married the love of his life, Kathy (Morgan) Duffy. John was previously employed by Cities Services. In 1985, he and his father started Dufco Inc., an oil and gas business.
A true Irishman, John loved passionately. His greatest loves were his family and sports and was happiest when the two intertwined. An avid fan of playing and watching sports, he would be the loudest fan cheering whether for his son, Kevin Duffy, when he played on the baseball diamond or basketball court; his granddaughters on the soccer field, cross country course, track, basketball or volleyball court; or the Philadelphia Eagles.
John is survived by his wife of 38 years, Kathy Duffy; his children, Kevin (Laura) Duffy, Ashley (Wade) Harlan Scott, and Steven Harlan; 7 granddaughters, Sarah and Elise Duffy, Chloe, Ella, and Lila Scott, Morgan and Hallie Harlan; and 1 grandson, Hunter Fox; his sisters, Marie Sinnett, Maureen (Fred) Hoffman, Bernadette Jones; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Phyllis and Vurnell Morgan; sister, Patricia Kane; nephew, Charles Sinnett; and niece, Sarah Kane.
A funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family Cathedral on Saturday, November 7, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks a donation be made in John's name to Bishop Kelley High School, the place that brought him such joy, memories, and friends.
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Kevan LaCroix
November 9, 2020
So shocked to learn of John's passing. John worked for me briefly early in our careers. We became friends. After moving from Tulsa I always looked forward to trying to look him up when I returned for a visit. Condolences to Kathy and his kids and grandkids. He always kept me up to date on your athletic endeavors when we met to share some memories.
Dufco Norteast
November 8, 2020
We lost a great man,boss and friend. He will be greatly missed by all.
Jack & Betty Erbrick
November 6, 2020
Our prayers and sympathy to the Duffy family. We´ve known John for over 40 years,and
Whenever we met, it was like meeting a member of our family. He was a great man, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. May he rest in the peace and love of God.
Sharon McGovern
November 6, 2020
Sad news and blessings to all the family. RIP my brother
Mary Joan Woods
November 6, 2020
My prayers are with all of you at this time. Wish I could be with you in person.
Mike McGivern
November 6, 2020
I payed basketball at Kelley with John. He was a tough competitor. He was a good friend in high school. As life does I did not see him often as the years wore on but always laughed when we ran into each other from time to time. Rest in race John.
Ann Parish
November 6, 2020
I didn´t know John, but I did know Maureen and Bernadette. My deepest sympathy to the entire Duffy family. You are in my prayers.
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