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Peter Anthony Duffy

DUFFY, Peter Anthony - Born in Dublin, Ireland, 17 July 1956. Passed on 9 June 2021, at home (suddenly, unexpectedly, and tragically). Peter's wife, Mary (née Williams) will be forever holding him in her heart, predeceased by his father (Owen A. Duffy), and sadly missed by his mother, June Duffy, Peter's absence will be felt by many friends, and his brothers and sisters: Owen (Vivian), Caroline (John), June (Dave), Michael (Dee), Sean. Peter's children will remember his lessons on life, love, work, ethics, and giving: Deirdre (Jay), Ben, Mike (Chantelle), James (Ava), Alex/Megan (Rhys), Liam (Sydney), Niall (supported by Althea). His many nieces, nephews, and their partners and children: Kevin, Nicole, Christina, Brenden, Michelle, Allison, Connor, Sydney. His grandchildren: Tristan, Lina, Aodhan, Savannah, Cash, Quinn, Benjamin, Ellanora, Lyanna. He was the primary carer for his mother-in-law, Janet Williams whom he has been providing support with increasing intensity. His presence will be missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins both here, in Ireland and in the UK. Born in the land he always considered his true home, Peter moved to Canada in 1969. Peter had a hearing loss his whole life worsening with each year. With a bilateral severe-profound loss, he faced many challenges educationally and socially growing up. He and his wife were learning ASL, giving him a break from the challenges of lip reading. His scholarly and professional successes included an invitation to Ottawa to sit on Senator Anne Cools Round Table Discussion contributing to creating and changing legislation regarding domestic violence and the rights of children. He earned a Bachelor Degree in Social Work at Ryerson (along with awards for excellence) and his Master Degree in Social Work at York University. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, devoted Manchester United fan, he was voted one of the top three marriage counsellors with his practice, Duffy Counselling Services. He enjoyed golf (he got that elusive Hole in One!!); his past times also including playing guitar, walking his dog, Fionn, adding detail to his carefully crafted train set up in the garage - and most recently, stuck in the house, he'd spend time 'puzzling', although he liked to be busy whenever possible. He loved camping, it was his solace. He was a brilliant example what a friend, father, husband, son, cousin, and uncle should be. A decent, kind and loving man who gave "the best hugs". He was devoted to his family, to helping others, to giving his time and energy to others.He was a bright force of goodness in this world. His family was everything to him. his friends an added bonus. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 2pm. Attendance is limited. If you wish to attend from a distance, please visit wctownfuneralchapel.com for information on the funeral livestream. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

July 17, 1956 - June 9, 2021

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Bob Sullivan

June 15, 2021

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May his soul rest in peace with the Lord

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June 15, 2021

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Dear Mary and family, My heart goes out to you at this sad time. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Kate Sullivan

Dagi Weller

June 15, 2021

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A tree for Peter . It seems fitting for Peter who so appreciated Nature

Katheleene & Garth Smith

June 14, 2021

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Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of Peter Duffy. He will be greatly missed. RIP

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June 14, 2021

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Peter was the kindest & best of men and the legacy of love that he leaves behind is really all any of us can hope for. Siobhan, Laurence & Jo Duffy

Elaine Davies, Jane Becksted, Rebecca Davis

June 14, 2021

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Until you both meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand

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June 12, 2021

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To our cousin Peter from your Irish cousins. Colm,Yvonne and Ciaran Doyle (Auntie Kay Duffy Doyle) you will always be in our hearts.

Louise Sullivan

June 11, 2021

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The tree of life is growing where the spirit never dies, and the bright light of salvation shines in dark and empty skies. --Bob Dylan

Rebecca Sullivan

June 11, 2021

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Peter will always be alive in the hearts of his family and all who love him.

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