Daniel E. Duffy Obituary in Rockland at Magoun-Biggins

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Daniel E. Duffy

12/02/1948 - 10/24/2014

Obituary For Daniel E. Duffy

Daniel E. Duffy, Jr. (Danny Boy) joined his loving mother and father in God's care on October 24th at the Good Shepherd Manor in Momence, IL with his loving family at his side.

He was born December 2, 1948 to Anne C. and Daniel E. Duffy. Throughout his life, Danny was a very special and loving person who enriched the lives of all whom he touched. He spent 10 years at the St. Coletta School in Hanover, a school founded by Richard Cardinal Cushing and run by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Assisi.

As a teenager, he moved to the Good Shepherd Manor in Lucasville, OH where he met his lifelong friend and caregiver Brother Alphonsus Brown, or "AA", and was befriended by the Allwood family. Danny spent the last 3 decades at the Good Shepherd Manor in Momence, IL.

Danny was truly God's representative in our midst. He loved his family, friends, and everyone he met. He was forever gentle and peaceful. He had a wonderful sense of humor and, over the years, became iconic for his slinky tricks, baseball card collection, love of McDonald's cheeseburgers, and knowledge of every Three Stooges episode ever made. He had a particular talent for sign language and was one of the stars of the Good Shepherd Manor Signing Group that would travel and entertain by signing to music (New York, New York was one of his favorites). He was also a lifelong sports fan, particularly of all Boston and Chicago teams.

Danny Boy is survived by his sisters Claire Morgan (Andy, Colorado Springs, CO) and Dianne Svoboda (Mike, Newbury, MA), and brothers Brian (Jan, Houston, TX) and Timothy (Kim, Duxbury, MA)

The Duffy family welcomes friends and family to celebrate his life on Friday October 31, 2014 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street Rockland, from 5:00-8:00 PM. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday November 1, 2014 at Holy Family Church, Rockland, at 9:00am. Burial will follow at Holy Family Cemetery.

Services

31 Oct

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »

1 Nov

Mass of Christian Burial

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »

1 Nov

Burial

10:30 AM

Holy Family Cemetery 92 Centre Ave Rockland, MA Get Directions »

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05/25/2021

Don Hussey

Brian, Claire, Diane, and Tim, just found out about Danny, so sorry to hear. Our condolences to all of you
05/25/2021

Kathleen Kawa

Dear Claire, Diane, Tim and Brian, I am so sorry that I was unable to pay my respects to you all in person at the loss if your beloved "Danny boy". A mini vacation away prevented me from being there in person, but please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and a candle was lit today for Danny down here in Florida. There is peace in knowing that he is now in the loving embrace of our Savior and with his beloved parents. God bless, Kathy Botelho Kawa
05/25/2021

Paul & Linda Hartford

ALL of our LOVE & prayers are with you, Claire, and the whole-Duffy clan!!! You were truly blessed with a loving and caring brother! God Bless!!! Paul & Linda Hartford
05/25/2021

Supple-Colburn

We can only imagine the loss you are all feeling. We send our love and deepest sympathy and only wish that we could be with you as you say good bye to Danny Boy. The Supple-Colburns, Mary Lou, Gus, Richard and James
05/25/2021

Kandy Thomas

To Brian and Jan and the entire Duffy clan -- I am so blessed for having met Danny Boy. He was such a sweetheart! My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
05/25/2021

Kathleen

Cousin's Diane,Claire,Brian,and Tim, as you know Danny was very Special to me we had a Very Special Love and unspoken Bond .What Danny and had I don't think Many people were Blessed to have had ! I know you are Happy Now WITH MOM & DAD Love Cousin Kathy Duffy
05/25/2021

Jim & Marlene LaMotte

Danny was truly one of our SPECIAL MEN. GOD BLESS . Jim & Marlene LaMotte.
05/25/2021

Linda Cook

Claire and family, you are in my prayers. May God comfort you during this time and always. I know you all have many fun memories of Danny and he will always be with you in your hearts.
05/25/2021

Leslie and Carolyn

Claire, family - you are in my thoughts and prayers always. What a tremendous gift.
05/25/2021

Mary (Littlefield) O'Meara

Diane and family. So sorry to hear of Danny Boy's passing. You are a special family blessed with great parents and a very loving brother
05/25/2021

Kathy Scolley

Dear Claire and Diane and brothers, I am so sorry to hear of the death of your sweet brother. Please know that I will keep him, and all of you, in my prayers. Love, Kathy Byrne Scolley
05/25/2021

Bob and Doris Williamson

Our lives are richer for knowing and loving your dear family. Bob and I have so many precious memories of having Danny in our home where he had his own special recliner. We loved having him in our "keep" when attending the launches. Such a dear soul!!
05/25/2021

Denise (Carter) Cowing

My sincerest condolences in this great loss. May you each be comforted by wonderful memories. Heaven surely has a wonderful new angel. God Bless.
05/25/2021

Steve Luhrsen

To Danny's beloved family, My thoughts are with you during this time of transition. He touched so many lives and will not be forgotten. My own life has been greatly enriched because of Danny. With love, Steve Luhrsen (Advocate & Friend from Illinois )
05/25/2021

Jane & Steve Owen

So very sorry to hear the sad news of your dear brother Danny. He was a really special guy. Hope you all find peace in knowing he now rests in God's loving hands. Love to all and heartfelt sympathy.
05/25/2021

Robert & Marcia Keane

Tim, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.