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Michael D. Duffy

Published: April 15, 2012 18 Condolences

Michael

1944-2012

Putnam – Michael D. Duffy, 67, of Prospect St., died Wednesday, April 11, 2012 in Florida. He was the loving husband of Donna (Kolat) Duffy. Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Gerald and Marjorie (Mayhew) Duffy.

Mr. Duffy owned and operated F1 Computers. He also worked for Connecticut Tool and National Chromium for many years. He served the town of Putnam in many capacities such as Mayor from 1978 – 1981, Alderman, Board of Finance, Board of Education, WPCA, Police Commissioner, W.P.T.P, and the Putnam Democratic Town Committee.

He was an avid Boston Red Sox fan and enjoyed golfing, fishing, and photography.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Sean Michael Duffy and his wife Jennifer of Clermont, FL; and Conor Joseph Duffy and his wife Valerie of Putnam; and his grandchildren, Casey and Tyler Duffy; and his special pets, “Doogie,” and “Katie.” He is predeceased by his sister, the late Patricia Duffy.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Michael’s family from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 27, 2012 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10:30 am in Saint Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence St., Putnam. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

The family respectfully asks that flowers be omitted. Donations may be made in Michaels name to The Putnam Dog Park Fund, 126 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260

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Filed Under: Obituaries Tagged With: CT, Donna (Kolat) Duffy, Funeral, Gilman & Valade, Gilman Funeral Home, Mayor of Putnam, Memorial, Michael D. Duffy, North Grosvenordale, P.A.W.S., Putnam, St. Mary Church of the Visitation, Valade Funeral Home

Condolence Messages

  1. Paula Daigle Robinson

    April 15, 2012 at 3:09 pm

    Dear Donna,

    Please know that you and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. May all of the happy memories that you shared with Mike stay strong!

    Love,
    Paula

  2. Sarah Fletcher Parker

    April 15, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    Dear Donna,
    My heart felt condolences to you. I know you and Mike
    were together a long time.That time is what memories are made of. I am sure you have many to hold in your heart.
    My prayers to you my friend.
    Love,Sarah

  3. Gerry Duff

    April 16, 2012 at 7:25 am

    Donna,

    My prayers and thoughts are with the entire Duffy family at this difficult time.

  4. Paul and Lea Herrick

    April 16, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    Dear Donna and family,

    My heart aches for you. Please know you remain in our thoughts and prayers

  5. marian smat

    April 17, 2012 at 10:18 am

    my deepest sympathy to Connor…He is at PEACE.

  6. Henry & Jean Burton

    April 17, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    Donna and family, So sorry to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  7. Iris (Martineau) Stinson

    April 18, 2012 at 9:46 am

    Praying that our Loving Father and God will bring you comfort, solace, and peace and that His Presence will carry you forward. God bless and keep you in His care. Iris

  8. Iris (Martineau) Stinson

    April 18, 2012 at 9:48 am

    Dear Donna and family,

    Praying that our Loving Father and God will bring you comfort, solace, and peace and that His Presence will carry you forward. God bless and keep you in His care. Iris

  9. daniel dzioba

    April 19, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    Sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy to the family.

  10. Linda (Vaillant) and Dave Manso

    April 21, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Dear Donna,

    We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I hope your many wonderful memories provide you some comfort. He was a wonderful man and will be remembered fondly. God bless you.

  11. John and Judi LACHANCE

    April 21, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    We all will miss Michael helpful way with people. I learned a great deal from mike as he services our facility…..We will pray for his new adventure and hope we will all meet again. Conor Donna Shaun, you are also thought of often as you live your lives without michael. Our deepest sympathy….

  12. Judy ad Nick Haines

    April 22, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    We were so sorry to hear of Mile’s passing.
    He was a great man!
    Love, Judy and Nick

  13. Janet Waters

    April 25, 2012 at 4:56 pm

    Dear Donna,
    Although it’s hard to bear the loss of one so very dear, may the memories you cherished with Mike keep your loved one with you always. Time will never steal the treasures you carry in your heart.
    My deepest smpathy….

  14. Laurie St. Jean Sevigny

    April 27, 2012 at 8:41 am

    Dear Donna,
    It’s been a long time – recreation park when I was a kid. You made those summers so much fun – I am so sorry to hear about Mike.
    Condolences from the St. Jean family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Laurie

  15. paullaflamme

    April 27, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    Donna and Family:

    So sorry to hear about Michael, he fought the good battle, and would not give up, We will remember him always for his great humor. I remember the vacation we took together at your condo in lakeland, it was a good time and we will remember it for ever. Thank You so much for your hospitality. You and Mike treated us like part of your family, and we thank You for that. Nancy and I wish you and your family the best. Our prayers and thoughts are with You and your family. Nancy and Paul Laflamme

  16. John LaBelle

    April 28, 2012 at 9:08 am

    Dear Donna, I was very saddened to hear of Mike’s passing and want to extend to you my heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. I have many good memories of Mike and the inspiration he has been to me in my life. He has been one of the gifted people in our lives always sharing, kind and considerate. May God bless him and your family forever, with warmest regards, John and Jan

  17. Al Roberts

    May 6, 2012 at 12:02 am

    Dear Donna, Sean and Conor,

    I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Michael. I know he was a loving Husband and Father. Michael was certainly a friend to our family and we will miss him also. Mike was one of the first we met when we moved to Putnam and was one of the first to invite us to your home. Our sons grew up together and we share many memories as families. Our deepest sympathies are extended to you.

    Al Roberts and family

  18. Debbie Organt

    May 11, 2013 at 9:08 pm

    Donna, it is only by happenstance I learned of Michael passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. I hope with time your heart will ache less. If your ever in Florida please call. I work in Wildwood not far from where Connor lives.

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