Wednesday, January 2, 2013

L.L. Duffy

Here is a transcription from the Copemish Progress (no date):

LL. Duffy taken by death April 7 in Grand Rapids

Leo Lionel Duffy was born in Ohio, November 27, 1848, and died at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 7, 1921, at the age of 72 years, 8 months, and ten days.  He came to Cleon Township, Manistee County, Michigan, in the early days and was one of the first settlers.

Mr. Duffy was united in marriage to Miss Juliana Lake, July 16, 1871, this being the first wedding in Cleon Township.  To this union was born four daughters, two dying in young womanhood.  Mrs. Duffy died September 10, 1905, and April 3, 1906, Mr. Duffy was married to Miss Ruth Miller at Pomona.  To this union was born three children, two dying in infancy.

Mr. Duffy was postmaster at Pomona for several years and also conducted a general store for some time.  About seven years ago, following the big fire, he purchased a farm near Manton and moved there.  Later he moved to Grand Rapids where he conducted a store until his death.

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