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Kenneth M. Duffy

Visitation Date: Saturday, July 11, 2020
Visitation Time: 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Saturday, July 11th, 2020
Funeral Time: 3:30 pm
Place of Funeral: Chapel Service at Salerno's Rosedale Chapels
Funeral Notes: During visiting hours, it is still recommended to follow the State of Illinois guidelines limiting gathering and guests should continue to wear masks and practice social distancing.
Interment: Private

Ken Duffy (82) – husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed on Sunday, June 28th.  Married to his wife Diane for 58 years and lived most years Bloomingdale, IL. (since ‘62).  After a long successful career with Jewel Foods, Ken retired many years ago with 40+ yrs in the meat-cutters union.  Ken enjoyed many happy years in retirement with a focus on fishing, traveling and fawning over his family – especially his eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren!  His family and his dog (Chloe) were always in his thoughts.  He was an avid fisherman, craftsman and collector. A true American patriot, Ken proudly served in the U.S. Army – 82nd Airborne and Military Police (Korea, late 1950’s).  He was a master of the grill and an eclectic chef, a wildlife artist, ice cream connoisseur – A great man who was always proud of his children and thankful for the opportunity to help.  Our dad “Papa Ken” will be forever missed and remain loved in our hearts!

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests any gifts to be directed to either:

https://www.stjude.org/

https://www.pawschicago.org/how-to-help/donate/

Kenneth “Ken” M. Duffy of Carol Stream formerly of Bloomingdale. Loving husband of Diane nee: Kish; Loving father of Tammy Duffy Barry, Kevin (Gina) Duffy and Michelle (Rick) Greenberg; Loving son of the late Martin and Eleanor nee: Donat Duffy; Dear brother of the late Dennis (Sandra) Duffy; Loving Papa Ken of Rachel (Steve), Jacob, Zane, Holly, Kenneth, Ashley, Hannah and Luke, Great Papa Ken of Drake and Dax; Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Home

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: (630) 889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake Street Roselle IL, 60172

Church Details

Chapel Service at Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: (630) 889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake St. Roselle Illinois, 60172
Service Date: July 11th 2020
Funeral Time: 3:30 pm

Interment Details

Private

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Posted by:
Joyce Miller

Posted on:
Tuesday, June 27, 2023

He was the most kindest person I ever met and I love the art work that he gave and is still hanging on my wall. You will be missed

Posted by:
Ann (Gruneisen) LaCerra

Posted on:
Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Diane, Michelle and all Ken's Family, I am so truly sorry about Ken's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all and give you comfort and peace. Ann LaCerra (Susanne Stankoskey's sister)

Posted by:
Paul N Taylor

Posted on:
Saturday, July 11, 2020

During this difficult times, may your family find comfort in the knowledge that fond memories of Ken may bring you peace. God bless.

Posted by:
Jim Miulli

Posted on:
Friday, July 10, 2020

To the Special Duffy (Duff) Family. My brother John told me this news a few days ago and I have been trying to put some words together since then. What I'm not going to tell you is how to grieve through this process, and it is a process. I won't tell you "your all in my thoughts" because what does that mean anyways? I am however praying for you all, which is not an antidote but it's about God's way of helping you all through this confusing sadness to independently find your own peace. I recall Mr.Duffy being very hard working man as I didn't see him much but I do remember seeing him at times behind the Jewel butcher counter when I was young. I remember him as a quiet man with few words but he spoke more with his eyes as Kevin and I would go out for the night, (gulp). I remember the Camaro he bought and when I would drive down Park Ave.and seeing it every time I visit my family during the holidays after I had moved out of the neighborhood. I would say to my wife, "Look there's Kens Camaro" and most times we would walk into the Duffy household unannounced. I noticed Mr.Duffy would give me a look with a smile of appreciation as Mrs.Duffy would give me a big hug. I remember flags he would fly on certain days as he showed his love for the country and I believe his gratitude for the wonderful life and family he was blessed with. I saw first hand that his family always came first and the support he had for his kids was bar none. I know you are all very proud of him as you should be. I wish I could've shared a bottle of Jack with him as I'm sure he had some wonderful and inspiring stories to tell. I would give him a 21 gun salute with an F22 flyover if I could. Mrs. Duffy-Stay Strong as the woman I know you are and the faith you have will be invaluable. (Miss watching you get your her done by my mother as I cooked scrambled eggs standing on a chair). Tammy-Miss your beautiful smile especially when you got your braces off. (Hi Joe) Missy-I should've asked you to homecoming but Kevin said he'd run me over with his car. (JK and thanks for playing 'words with friends') Kevin-(Last but definitely not least). It's obvious your Dad was a big inspiration for you. Hang in there, your the patriarch now. I miss you and still tell people about my "best friend" when I was growing up. I wish I can be present to give you all a big hug. Love and miss you all! Thank You Ken Duffy for the legacy you have left for us and giving me an idyllic chapter in my life I will always cherish.

Posted by:
C. Wilson

Posted on:
Wednesday, July 8, 2020

To the DUFFY FAMILY in their time of grief, may 'God' give the family PEACE during this most difficult time. (Romans 15:13)

Posted by:
Bill and Diane Walenda

Posted on:
Wednesday, July 1, 2020

We are devastated at the loss of dear friend Ken. We had so many vacations together we will never forget. Bill and Ken shared a friendship and memories that will be treasures in our hearts forever. Bill and Ken could talk for hours, yet were very comfortable in silence, looking at a Canadian sunset after a day of fishing,With a bottle of Jack, of course. Their stories of adventures in Alaska, watching black bears feed on salmon, catching "the big one..halibut," salmon enough to feed an army, and laughing as they relayed their adventures to Diane and I when they came home. These friendships do not come often in life. We are blessed having been a part of yours. Never ever forgotten. We miss you already. Affectionately with love. Diane and Bill