Terri J. Duffy (nee Cantwell), 45, of Eagle, peacefully passed away on Jan. 31, 2014, surrounded by her loving family.
The world lost one of the most caring, loving and beautiful souls with her passing. Terri courageously fought breast cancer with strength and perseverance. She is an inspiration to anyone lucky enough to have met her and is a role model that embodies all the best attributes in a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 23 years, best friend and soul mate, John.
Proud and devoted mother of Justin, Jason, Jacob and Jenna. Dear daughter of Tim and Lynn Cantwell. Beloved sister of Todd (Diane) Cantwell, Tyler (Erika) Cantwell, Terina (Todd) Daniel. Daughter-in-law of James and Jean Duffy. Sister-in-Law of Jim (Peggy) Duffy, Joe (Melanie) Duffy, Bob (Beth) Duffy, Tom (Sarah) Duffy.
Further survived by many wonderful aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, many friends, and her beloved dogs.
Terri was born Jan. 20, 1969. She graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1987 and attended the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.
She graduated from the police academy and worked as a police officer for the Eagle Police Department. She used her position to positively affect the lives of people in the community while touching many throughout the years.
Terri always went out of her way to help others. She loved to spend time with her children while helping and watching them in their endeavors. The family sincerely appreciates all the support and prayers from family and friends. We would like to thank everyone at ProHealth Care Cancer Center and Waukesha Memorial Hospital, including the many doctors and nurses for their relentless care and support.
A memorial gathering was held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, at Church and Chapel Funeral Home, 380 Bluemound Road, Waukesha (at highways J and JJ, four blocks south of Interstate 94). A celebration of Terri’s life was at 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to the family.
