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Michael Duff Obituary

Duff, Michael A. beloved husband of Cathleen Cushing; loving father of Steven (Mary), Christopher (Elizabeth) Duff, Piper (Gerard) Doyle, Mary, Michael and Kate Duff and the late Laura Duff; devoted uncle of Lauren (Michael) and Ellie (Nick Gawrys) Sasewich; cherished godfather to Emily Burke and enthusiastic Gringo to Dustin (Jena), Dillan, Angie, Laury, Emily and Madison Duff, Gus, Raegan and Ruby Doyle, fond brother of Shirley Sarni and brother-in-law of John (Kate), Barbara Cushing, Mary (Jim) Doherty, Maggie (Brian) Burke, Tom (Ellen), Joe (Beth) Cushing, and the late Patricia, the late Robert (Cynthia) Cushing; uncle Grumpy to many nieces, nephews and young people. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to either the Center of Independence Through Conductive Education www.center-for-independence.org or the Equestrian Connection, NFP www.equestrianconnection.org. Funeral Monday, February 15, 11:30 Am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Avenue, Chicago to St. Mary of the Woods Church, for Mass at 12 PM. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3 to 9 PM. 773-736-3833 or visit Michael's memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2010.

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March 23, 2010

Dear Cathy,

I am saddened to hear of Mike's passing and send my condolences.
Sending love and a hug,
Dorothy Nowers,Boston, Ma

March 4, 2010

The South High School, Denver, class of 1959 sends our condolences. We also remember Mike attending Byers Junior High School.

Steve Bova

February 19, 2010

Cathie:

The reprographics industry was fortunate to have had Mike as part of our family. He was passionate about the industry and served as a friend to many. I will never forget Mike's mentoring comments to me that nobody is bigger than the industry - that we are all a part of something much more important. And, we shared a lot of laughs - memories I will always cherish.

Rosemary Yundt

February 15, 2010

Dear Cathy, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. We will keep him in our prayers.
Rosemary and Aaron

John & Laura Goecke

February 15, 2010

Dear Cathy,

I am so sorry for your loss of Mike. You and the girls are in our thoughts. Mike was always funny and a really good man.

February 14, 2010

A wonderful man who always greeted everyone with a big smile and a funny joke. He always spoke lovingly of his large family - especially Cathy and the girls. He will be sadly missed and always remembered. May God bless his soul. Love Gail and Ernie Boston, Ma

Russell Landers

February 14, 2010

Cathy;

Very sorry to hear of Mike passing away. He was a great guy! May all be well. Russ Landers

joyce griffin

February 13, 2010

I only met Mike once but what a guy! And what a family!
Cathy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss but know you will relish your memories.

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