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Kathleen May Duffy

May 7, 1930 ~ July 10, 2026

Born in: Lima, Ohio
Resided in: Mooresville, Indiana

Kathleen May Duffy of Mooresville, Indiana, passed away on July 10th. She was born on May 7, 1930, to the late Florence and Joseph Kagey. She was married to John Duffy on June 14, 1952.

She was employed as a nurse at Methodist Hospital, the Marion County Public Health Department, and the Northwest Hendricks School Corporation. She desired to serve and encourage others and make them as comfortable as possible. She overcame dysfunctional relationships. She didn’t waste time regretting or not forgiving. She lived life with joy, exuberance, daring to risk experiences such as the Air Force marathon at the age of 69, a hot air balloon ride, 3 trips to Ireland, and a ride in an Indy race car (at 170 miles an hour). She lived a long God-blessed life filled with love of her family and friends. She looked forward to the future, especially with God and Jesus through eternity.

She is preceded in death by her husband, John; grandson, Ryan Norman; son-in-law, Dave Frazier; and sister, Eileen Kagey.

She is survived by her daughters, Kathie Frazier, Karla (Wayne) Norman, and Sharon (Doug) Smither; grandchildren, Tianna (Mark) Upton, Ben Smither, and Andrea Smither; great-grandchildren, Conner and Ashlyn Upton, Kari Smither, and Kasen Brua.

Family and friends are invited to visit on Monday, July 13, 2026 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Mooresville Free Methodist Church. A memorial service will begin at 12:00 pm with Pastor John Lefler officiating. Kathleen will be laid to rest in Lincoln Memory Gardens on Thursday, July 16th at 11:00 am.

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Services

Memorial Gathering: Monday, July 13, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mooresville Free Methodist Church
20 Star Lane
Mooresville, IN 46158


Memorial Service: Monday, July 13, 2026
12:00 pm

Mooresville Free Methodist Church
20 Star Lane
Mooresville, IN 46158


Graveside Service: Thursday, July 16, 2026
11:00 am

Lincoln Memory Gardens
6851 S Indianapolis Rd
Whitestown, 46075


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  1. About twenty years ago, I remember Kathleen imparting wisdom to a mother whose teenaged daughter was “spreading her wings” and the mother was stressing. Kathleen calmly shared that the teenage daughter is just trying to decide the woman she will become. My sincere condolences as you celebrate Kathleen’s life and the impact she has had on so many people.

  2. Kathy the loss of a parent is tough but hold on to the great memories . I will continue to offer prayers of comfort to you and your family

  3. Kathie, Karla, and Sharon, your mother will always hold a special place in my heart. Her beautiful smile, her joyous laugh, and her kindness were always present. Kathleen was my inspiration to become a RN. I saw how she treated everyone with respect, gave good advice, and caused everyone to feel comfortable. She was one in a million and will be truly missed.

  4. Kathleen and I sat next to each other at church many Sundays. We would share little giggles before things got started. She was always the kindest lady. Would pay my leg when I got to “Our Pew” I really miss her beside me.


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