Kerri Maureen Duffy left this world on Sunday, June 21, 2009 after an extended battle with diabetes and complications thereof. Kerri was born on December 29, 1970 in Vineland, NJ to Patrick and Martha Duffy. Kerri graduated from Jenks High School and received two bachelor's degrees from Oklahoma State University, one in art history, the other in graphic design. She worked for a number of corporations in Tulsa, including Brothers and Company, PennWell Publishing and Winnercomm. Kerri had a contagious laugh, a radiant smile, and an enthusiastic spirit that would light up a room. She loved to entertain through elegant dinner parties for her family and friends. Kerri was a warm hug, an endearing card that you didn't expect, and the kind of friend you wish you could be. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Kerri was preceded in death by her father, Patrick. She is survived by her mother, Martha, of the home; a sister, Erin Duffy, of Edmond, OK; two brothers, Greg Duffy and his wife, Jana, of Tulsa; and Richard Duffy, of College Park, MD. She also leaves her dogs, Price and Jack and her numerous close friends. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. on Thursday at the Ninde Woodland Chapel, 5757 South Memorial. The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Tulsa SPCA in her memory. 918-728-8500. You may make a donation here by clicking:
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Kerri was the most beautiful friend I've ever had. She loved me for myself and I love her for exactly who she was. I will always remember the wonderful laughs that we shared together and the tears that we cried together. She will always be in my thoughts and in my heart. Love you Kerri Berry! Teresia
Teresia Pool
Kerri will be remembered as a determined,creative, talented girl whose smile took over her face & easily spread to the persons with her. I especially enjoyed being her drill team try-out partner, lining up with her for practices and performances & being her roomate for Dallas competitions. Her pure heart, genuineness of character & great friendship will be missed.
Megan King
Dearest Duffy Family, I am deeply sorry for the loss of Kerry. I was blessed to have known her in college at OSU through friends Cyn Howard and Jennifer DeGeorge. We have been crying over her loss, laughing about the funny things she did, and thanking God that we were touched by her soul. Please know you are surrounded in our prayers and thoughts. She was always wearing funky hats and loud lipsticks...but it always looked cool on her. ;) Her smiled it etched in our memories too. Thanks for sharing her with us. We can and will always hear her awesome laugh forever...now it will just be from heaven!!
Karen Schiltz Lepley
Dear Mrs. Duffy and family, We have such fond memories of Kerri. She and our daughter, Cynthia, met at OSU and formed a great friendship. Our fondest memory of Kerri was ten years ago this month, when she went with us on our family vacation to Colorado. We all had such fun and Kerri fit right in. Her creativity was contagious and caused us to stop for much picture taking. Our biggest laugh was when Kerri and Cynthia came in from shopping one day and they were carrying a totem pole that Kerri had purchased. We found a spot for "Mr. Totem" in the van and joked about him all the way home. When Kerri moved to her new "old" house on 14th Place, we were happy to see the totem pole as part of her lovely decor. We loved Kerri and will miss her friendship. We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Cynthia's mom - Mary Lynn Howard
Mary Lynn Howard
She was such a bright light. I will always remember her trip to France with my brother and her confusing the police station for Notre Dame. She was such a joy to be around she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Kathleen Hefley