Search

Obituaries

of Jackson, MI,  age 55, died unexpectedly of natural causes on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at his home. He was born January 30, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Gerald & Barbara (Hines) Duffey.

 
John graduated from Chelsea High School in 1978.  He served in the Marines for 8 years. During his two tours of duty he was based at Camp Pendleton, CA, Camp Lejeune, NC, and Okinawa, Japan.  John worked at Malloy Lithographing in Ann Arbor, and was manager of School House Apartments in Chelsea.  He belonged to American Legion Post 324 in Jackson, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Michigan Center. He had a compassionate heart and a great sense of humor. He loved animals and people, often taking in strays and giving to those in need. He had a strong faith and an optimistic outlook. John enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his parents of Chelsea; his sisters, Debra Brown of Clarkston, Sheri (Mike) Cicirelli of Grass Lake,  a niece, Christine (Mike) Lazarecki; a nephew, Michael Cicirelli; a great-niece, Kayden Lazarecki; and a special cousin, Kim Ilyasov.

A memorial service was held Saturday, Feb. 7, 12:30 pm at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea.    Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Click here to view or sign John's online guestbook