May 10, 1952 ~ October 18, 2023
Debra “Debbie” Cade Duffy passed away peacefully at her home on October 18, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Debbie was 71 years old. She was born May 10, 1952 in Magnolia, Mississippi to Acie “Cat” Cade and Bernice Tidwell Cade. She was a long-time resident of Livingston, Louisiana and a graduate of Doyle High School. She was married to her husband, Danny “Duke” Duffy, who preceded her in death, for 45 years. They had two children, Danny Paul Duffy and Danita Hope Duffy. They also helped raise her cousin, Donna Tidwell Manalli.
Debbie enjoyed working in her yard, hosting family gatherings, spending weekends at the camp and traveling with her friends and family. She was a retiree of the Livingston Parish School Board. The pride and joy of Debbie’s life, was her granddaughter, Presley Duffy, whom she spoiled rotten.
Debbie is survived by her children, Danny Paul Duffy and Danita Hope Duffy; granddaughter, Presley Danay Duffy; mother, Bernice Tidwell Cade and brother, Bobby Cade. She is preceded in death by her husband, Danny “Duke” Duffy; father, Acie “Cat” Cade; brother, Don Cade; cousin, Donna Tidwell Manalli; aunt, Clynese Tidwell Phillips; mother-in-law, Pauline Lard Duffy; father-in-law, Bill Duffy; sister-in-laws, Tracy Duffy Sharp and Paula Duffy Wascom.
A memorial will be held at Seale Funeral Home in Livingston, Louisiana on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Friends and family are invited to visitation beginning at 11:00am and services at 2:00pm. A burial will follow at Gateway Gardens Cemetery. Pallbearers are Cory Cade, Chase Cade, David Cade, Tyren Fairburn, Chad Wascom and Brad Sharp. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Stewart and Kenny Tidwell.
6 comments
Rose Moran
October 22, 2023 at 3:13 pm
To Ms Bernice, Bobby, Danny Paul, Danita and Presley; I’m so sorry to hear that Debbie passed away. I won’t be able to make it to the funeral today but my heart is with you. Debbie was always so sweet to me, including Duke and all of you. I know her suffering has ended but I know the grief y’all share is insurmountable.
Darla Hoover Crowson
October 22, 2023 at 2:19 pm
To the Duffy, Cade, and Tidwell families,
My heart goes out to all of you. Y’all were definitely blessed to have her in your lives. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jody and Ashli
October 21, 2023 at 1:13 pm
Danny Paul , Bobby and Family,
We are so sorry to read the loss of your loved one. Our prayers are may each one of you hold on to the memories and find comfort in Jesus.
Sending all of our love and prayers to you during a difficult time.
The Kelley’s 🏈💜💛
Earline Sharp
October 20, 2023 at 10:10 pm
Bobby, I am sorry to hear about your loss
Amy Sloggie-Crain
October 20, 2023 at 6:18 pm
Many years of Christmas memories come to mind when I think about Aunt Debbie. She always hosted the perfect parties. My thoughts and prayers are with the Duffy/Tidwell families during this difficult time.
Oscar L. Lard
October 20, 2023 at 6:12 pm
Dear Ms. Bernice, Danita and Danny Paul,
We are so sorry to hear of the demise of your daughter and mother. We have such fond thoughts of the kindness of Debra and how she was such a great host whenever we visited our kinsmen and kinswomen in Louisiana. She truly touched our hearts and Duke was so fortunate to have such a great life partner. Debbie had so much love in her heart for so many, especially Presley. She will be forever in our hearts.
Ordo ab Chaos,
Bug, Debbie, Nicholas and Scottie Lard