June 2, 2020
June 2, 2020
Remembering Justin Duffy's sacrifice for our freedoms & way of life. Prayers for his family & friends on this anniversary of his death. From a Gold Star Mom who understands.
SGT Justin J. Duffy, 31, of Cozad, Nebraska, formerly of Moline, was killed in action June 2, 2009, in Iraq. Justin was born June 14, 1977, in Moline, the son of Joseph and Janet Hood Duffy.
A mass of Christian burial was held Friday, June 12, 2009, at Sacred Heart Church, Moline. Visitation was held at Rafferty Funeral Home in Moline. A memorial service was held July 12, 2009, in Cozad, with burial at National Cemetery, Rock Island, complete with military honors conducted by the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division. Memorials were designated to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Justin was born June 14, 1977, in Moline, the son of Joseph and Janet Hood Duffy.
Justin was serving with the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Divison stationed in Iraq. Justin's awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart, the Army Commendation Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Parachutist Badge.
Justin enjoyed music, computers and movies.
Survivors include his parents, Joseph and Janet Duffy of Cozad; sisters, Jennifer Duffy of Grand Island, Nebraska, and Jacqulyn Duffy of Yuma, Arizona; nephews Rafe, Loudyn and Jack; stepson Mason; grandfather Leroy "Lee" Hood of Moline; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by a grandmother, Eva "Jean" Hood, paternal grandparents and an uncle, Brian.
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June 2, 2020
June 2, 2020
Today I want to honor the life of a kind soldier and man whose actions showed that he lived by what was in his heart. I remember his dear parents who love him so. Eternal rest grant unto Justin, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon Him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
June 2, 2019
June 2, 2019
Thinking of what a wonderful young man Justin was and how proud his parents were and are of him! The last time I saw him he was grinning from ear to ear and telling funny stories about his Grandma Jean. I am sure sorry for his loss and send prayers and love to all his family on this day. I know that you all have a strong faith and trust that you will be with him again but the longing for that must be hard. I am grateful to Justin for his service to our country and honor him this day. Love, Becky
May 23, 2019
May 23, 2019
My husband, Brian, and I are Army veterans. Today, the NGA is honoring the fallen and my husband received SGT Duffy's name on a remembrance placard. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and fellow soldiers. We pray for your peace and thank you for his sacrifice.
June 16, 2016
June 16, 2016
You are loved by so many and so many of us wish you were still with us, we miss your warmth, devilish grin and twinkling eyes as you pulled a prank and most of all your caring ways. Our hearts are still with you!
Sending you our love on this 7th anniversary past.
Sending you our love on this 7th anniversary past.
June 2, 2015
June 2, 2015
NEVER FORGOTTEN
June 2, 2014
June 2, 2014
Always a Hero, never forgotten
June 2, 2013
June 2, 2013
Remembering Justin on his angelversary. He is our Hero and we will never forget him. You are in my prayers as you go through another year without him.
May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012
We are approaching 3 years that you left us, we continue to keep you
in our hearts always. I can see your beautiiful mischievous smile and Irish twinkling eyes and remember your warmth @ kindness as well as your wonderful fun loving sense of humor! Your are our hero! You have our hearts!
in our hearts always. I can see your beautiiful mischievous smile and Irish twinkling eyes and remember your warmth @ kindness as well as your wonderful fun loving sense of humor! Your are our hero! You have our hearts!
December 30, 2011
December 30, 2011
Words from Ramon your friend; " I'm always thinking about you. I cherish our childhood memories. You will never be forgotten. Miss you"
November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011
Our Duffyboy was a true Celtic Warrior. He was always more concerned with the welfare of friends and strangers alike. He loved kids. He loved his dogs. He loved his family. We miss him every day.
November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011
He is truly missed!
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June 2, 2020
June 2, 2020
Remembering Justin Duffy's sacrifice for our freedoms & way of life. Prayers for his family & friends on this anniversary of his death. From a Gold Star Mom who understands.
June 2, 2020
June 2, 2020
Today I want to honor the life of a kind soldier and man whose actions showed that he lived by what was in his heart. I remember his dear parents who love him so. Eternal rest grant unto Justin, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon Him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
June 2, 2019
June 2, 2019
Thinking of what a wonderful young man Justin was and how proud his parents were and are of him! The last time I saw him he was grinning from ear to ear and telling funny stories about his Grandma Jean. I am sure sorry for his loss and send prayers and love to all his family on this day. I know that you all have a strong faith and trust that you will be with him again but the longing for that must be hard. I am grateful to Justin for his service to our country and honor him this day. Love, Becky
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Justin's infamous hunting day
November 20, 2011
by janet duffy
When Justin was in 9th grade he, his dad, Bob Coenen & his son and Tim Wolf went pheasant hunting one Sat morning. After hunting two fields uneventfully they went to a field owned by Tim's friend. The was a large area of tall grass that they surrounded - forming a horseshoe (hint). Well, the pheasant flew and the shots rang out and then Justin yelled - "hold up, I've been hit - been shot". They all rushed to find Justin and he indeed had several pellets imbedded in his forehead and just over his right eye. Joe and Justin treaked back to the truck - Joe carrying both guns and laboring heavily. When they arrived back at the truck they found a farmer had blocked them in with his tractor and was none too happy that they were in "his" field and shooting when he had his cattle out feeding.
Justin ended up at the doctors office to have the pellets removed and a stich or two added to his forehead. Joe ended up finding out that he had a 90% blockage in an artery of his heart (from the laboring back to the truck and the cold air hurting his lungs). We still don't know if Bob Coenen or Joe were responsible for "shooting" Justin, but it kind of points to Joe.