William Duggan Jr.

1936 - 2012

William Duggan Jr. obituary, 1936-2012, Hilton Head, SC

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William Duggan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 30, 2012.

Bill Duggan, a faithful servant of the Lord, has passed to his reward on Sept. 28th. He was loved by his wife, Mary of 52 years and his six children, Mary Ellen, Billy, Monica, Michael, Sean and Kevin, and his twelve grandchildren as well has his brother Tom. He was predeceased by his father William Duggan, mother Catherine O'Shea and brothers John and Joe. He was born in Brooklyn, New York and graduated from St. John's University, Fordham Law School and New York University. He retired from News Corp. as their tax director. In his retirement, he traveled with Mary to six continents and celebrated his 75th birthday in Ireland with family. Bill retired to Hilton Head, South Carolina. He was active serving as secretary to NAMI Beaufort County, a volunteer at Holy Family Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. In retirement he discovered and fostered his love for painting. Friends may call at Leo P. Gallagher Funeral Home at 2900 Summer Street in Stamford, CT from 4pm-8pm on Tuesday, October 2nd. A Mass of Christian burial will be at St. Leo's Church on Wednesday at 11am. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bill's memory to NAMI Beaufort County, PO Box 24128, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925. To leave an online condolence, please visit leopgallagherstamford.com.

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May 7, 2013

Pauline Southgate

Dear Mary & Family, we did not hear of your sad news until a few months after his passing.

We are all so very sorry to hear of your loss and sending you our sincere sympathy and Gods blessings.

October 14, 2012

Barbara Benedict

Dear Mary, I was very lucky to have met Bill while painting. He joined my group of plein air painters and brought a spririt and joy to the group. I did not arrive back in Hilton Head until the 1st and unfortunately didn't hear of his passing until today, October 14th. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,
Barbara Benedict Jones

October 9, 2012

Barbara & Pat Paladino

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 6, 2012

JoAnn Howard

Dear Mary and family, We were so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. All of you have been in our prayers. Bill was a true 'gentleman' and I felt honored to know him. May God bless all of you at this difficult time and 'rest in peace', Bill. Roger & JoAnn Howard HHI
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October 5, 2012

Dear Mary,
We were so saddened to hear of Bill's sudden death. ( We were in Spain) What a wonderful man he was; so caring and had such a wonderful Irish smile! Your heart is broken I am sure! You two were so beautiful together!
With our thoughts and prayers,
Lou & Bill Quirk

October 5, 2012

Mary-we heard of Bill/s passing from the SPMC news letter--Joan and I are very sadden --the short time that we new Bill, he left a great impression on both of us --a nice person and a gentleman -- Jim & Joan Bard

October 4, 2012

Bob McKinnon

I would like to give my condolences to the Duggan family. Mr. Duggan was always such a pleasure to be around and he will surely be missed by many.

October 3, 2012

Mary and everyone,
The Syracuse Amicos are very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Duggan family. Bill was a wonderful friend, we will miss him at the lake and everyplace else.

Chris and Kim Amico

October 3, 2012

Dear Mary, We are in Bewdley and have just heard of your sad loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Duggan family at this time. Bill was a wonderful man with a fantastic personality, the kindest heart one could ever have who loved his children and grandchildren.

Mary, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love Carole and Bob Mortley.

October 3, 2012

Dear Mary and Family,
So sorry to hear your sad news. Bill was a fine man with a generous spirit. We included Bill and your family in the blessing last night at the NAMI Walk dinner. We are thinking of you all.
Frank and Debbie Morris, HHI

October 3, 2012

Pat & Fiore Schena

Dearest Mary & Family, We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Bill"s passing. He will always be in our hearts. May we all have the peace of knowing he is with God & smiling down on us all. We will miss him and always remember his wonderful narrated travel movies of all your fantastic trips. All our love & prayers to you and your family. Pat & Fiore

October 3, 2012

Patricia Schena

Dearest Mary & Family, We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Bill will always be in our hearts. May we all have the peace of knowing he is with God and smiling down on us with his wonderful smile. We will miss his narrated travel movies of all your fantastic trips. All our love & prayers to you & your family. Pat & Fiore

October 3, 2012

Joan Buser

Dear Mary,
We pray that God will comfort you and give you strength in these darkest hours. Bill was a very special friend and neighbor. His fantastic DVD's of your many travels were wonderful to see. It is hard to believe that we will never again sit with you and Bill by the pool. We will miss him so very much. Our love to you and your family.
Don and Joan Buser

October 3, 2012

Mary and Johnny Hiers

Dear Mary, how saddened we were to hear and read about Bill. What a warm, caring person with an incredible smile that made you feel he was always glad to see you. We will miss his faithfulness to NAMI and the Wednesday men's lunch. May God's peace enfold you and your family. Much love.

October 3, 2012

Sherry & Porter McKinnon

Dearest Mary, Mel, Billy, Monica, Michael, Sean and Kevin, Words cannot express the deep sadness we feel after hearing the news of Bill's passing. Our fondest memories of you all came rushing back into focus like it was yesterday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God wrap you all in the palm of his hands and comfort you. Warm blessings and love,

October 2, 2012

To all of the Duggans,

We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincerest condolences to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gail, Bruce, Julie and David Stone

October 2, 2012

Dear Mary, Billy, Mel, Monica, Michael,
Kevin and Shawn:

We were very sorry to learn of Bill's passing and know what a terrible loss it is for all of you.

May the love and support of your family and freinds carry you in this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,

Dan and Barbara McInerney

October 2, 2012

Dear Mary and Family, we are very saddened to hear of Bill's passing, he was a wonderful man. We were so fortunate to have connected as families, we remember the good times and we look forward to meeting again in heaven where there will be no more tears.
Anne and Walter Moodie

October 2, 2012

Dear Mary and Family, So sorry for your loss. I remember you both from set dancing and how Bill enjoyed his Irish Heritage. Keeping you all in our prayers. Noel & Sharon McGovern

October 2, 2012

Luanna Morris

Dear Mary and family, we are so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We will always remember his enthusiasm for art and photography. We were able to travel the world through Bill's wonderful presentations of their travels around the world. You have wonderful memories to cherish and the gift of art he left behind. He will be greatly missed by all. What a life well lived!! Luanna and Jack Morris HHI

October 2, 2012

Mrs. Duggan and family...we were all so sorry to learn of Mr. Duggan's passing. He was an extraordinary man and it was a pleasure to know him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can be of any help. The Schramm's

October 2, 2012

Laura Groothuis

Sorry for your loss and the sadness you are feeling. Our tight Hilton Head community will certainly miss Bill. We appreciate all of his work for NAMI. Thinking of you.

October 2, 2012

joseph amico

We will miss our uncle Bill...
The Amicos

October 2, 2012

Rose Commisso

Dear Mrs. Duggan & Family, I was very saddened by the news that Bill had passed on. He was such a wonderful boss and a great friend. He will be in my thoughts and prayers always! With my deepest sympathy

October 2, 2012

Laurie Fisher Watrous

Billy, Sean and all the Duggans,
My sincere condolences on your loss. Know that many people are holding you all and Bill in their prayers. As a family, embrace each other and share your memories. Take time to comfort with each other as well. May Bill rest in peace.

October 2, 2012

Taggart Family

Dear Duggan family,
We are very sorry for your loss. While Bill is taking his final journey away from you, know that when he arrives, those who left before him will be so happy to see him.

October 2, 2012

Amanda O'Neill

Dear Mary & the Duggan Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Bill Duggan was a loving, generous & talented man. It was my pleasure to know him. With love, Amanda

October 2, 2012

DEAR MARY, OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. BILL WAS SO FULL OF OPTIMISM AND CHEER, WE LOVED HAVING HIM AS PART OF OUR GROUP. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. ROSEMARY KIMBALL, THE ARTISTS OF SEA PINES

October 2, 2012

To the Duggan Family, I have worked with Bill at News Corporation and I just heard of the sad news. I am so very sorry for your loss. Bill was such a sweet, kind man and will be missed. My sincere condolonces. Lisa Bonilla

October 2, 2012

Carol Puchalski

Dear Mary and family,

I was saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was a very special person--very caring and warm. I counted it a privilege to teach the NAMI Family to Family class with him a couple of years ago. My prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,

October 2, 2012

George and Marie Bernard

Gosh Mary: Celebrating Life with you and Bill is a cherished time shared this
Summer. Gladly we believe that "Life of
those who are faithful to the Lord, is but changed not ended". He will sing in the choir of Heaven and keep a vigil for you. Bill RIP, Mary our prayers are with you and your family.

October 2, 2012

Dear Mary. Very sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I'm so glad that Pat included me in your longtime friendship. You know you had a wonderful, caring husband with a genuinely warm smile we will never forget. You are going through a very difficutl time, but I know you will cope well with the support of your strong faith and loving family. I look forward to spending more time with you when you return to HHI. Please extend my sincere sympathy to your family. Mary Noonan

October 2, 2012

Marybeth Buonaiuto

Dear Mary and family, your dear Bill was a great man with a very large heart. I am so happy that I got to know Bill through NAMI over the past 6 years. Our deapest sympathy to you and your family for this great loss. He was without a doubt one of the nicest people I've had the pleasure of meeting in my life. God Bless you Mary. Bill will be a tremendous loss to our community! Prayers and thoughts are with you. Marybeth & Peter Buonaiuto

October 2, 2012

The Moodie Family

Dear Duggan Family, Sorry to hear for your loss. We are thinking of all of you in our prayers and remembering the fun times we shared with your Dad.

October 2, 2012

Denny and Kaye Leo

Dear Mary and Children - We were so sorry to hear of Bill's death - he was a charming and gentle soul. You are all in our prayers.

October 2, 2012

Mike Loughran, Jr.

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My Dad, and many of the other residents of St. Joseph's Manor considered Bill to be a great friend. I was honored to meet him a few times.

October 2, 2012

Dear Mary and Family:
Words cannot express our shock and grief on learning of Bill's passing. It was a privilege to know him and to call him our friend. He was a very special, exemplary man. We were all fortunate to have him in our lives. He leaves a great void.
Jenny & Jerry Padian

October 2, 2012

Bob and Joan Valesente

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We know that he is now with his Savior. May the peace of Christ keep you strong.

October 1, 2012

Joanne McShane-Green

I was happy and proud to have known Bill and honored to call him friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I Will miss him as I know you Will.

October 1, 2012

Mary,Monica and all the Duggans,
Bill was a warm man with a wonderful smile. We were lucky to have known him.
May the warmth and comfort of lovely memories some day take the place of the sadness you now feel.
With deepest sympathy,

Fran and Scott Webster
Pittsburgh PA

October 1, 2012

Paul Marino

Michael, Kevin and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. He was a great man--can still hear him cheering at basketball games.
With deepest sorrow,
Paul Marino

October 1, 2012

Len Carollo

Dear Mary and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you for your loss. As my business colleague over the years, Bill will be remembered for the guidance and insight he offered me. I will miss his candor when talking about world issues. He will be remembered.

October 1, 2012

Dear Kevin Duggan and your family, please accept our sincerest sympathies for your loss. We are thinking of you. - Jan & Larry Goldstein

October 1, 2012

Dear Mary - We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a wonderful man and we always enjoyed talking to him. We will miss seeing him do his laps in the Calibogue pool. He always made us feel very welcome. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

John & Erin Kropski ( Williamsville, NY & Hilton Head, SC)

October 1, 2012

Dear Mary,
Please accept our sincere condolances on the passing of Bill.
He was a good friend and a gentleman in it's true meaning.
Our love is with you and your family and our prayers also.

Bob and Joan Donohue

October 1, 2012

Dear Mary,
Please accept our sincerest condolances on the passing of Bill.Our love goes out to you at this moment of grief.May he rest in peace.
Bob and Joan Donohue

October 1, 2012

what a beautiful tribute to a wonderful and loving man. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joanne McShane-Green

October 1, 2012

archer hannah

Mary, Kevin and all the Duggans,
A bright spark has gone out of this world and into the next. Heaven is truly blessed to have an angel returned. I know you draw much strength from one another.
Eddie Hollier
Archer Hannah

October 1, 2012

Dearest Mary,
My heart aches for you. Bill was such a special person. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Joan Argent HHI

October 1, 2012

Steve & Jenifer Taggart

Dear Mike and family, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time

October 1, 2012

Marianne McInerney

Dear Mrs. Duggan, Billy, Mary Ellen, Monica, Michael, Sean and Kevin:
I was very sorry to hear of Mr. Duggan's passing. I have warm memories of Mr. D, his faith, his good stories, his great humor and warm laugh. May the great faith you all share and your memories bring you comfort during this time. My deepest condolences.

October 1, 2012

Dear Bill and family,We were delighted and priveleged to know Uncle Bill. Time with him was always good for a smile and good conversation. We are saddened at the loss of a family favorite. Our love and heartfelt condolences to each of you. Our love and wishes for peace in his wonderful memory.
Mom and Dad Bell

October 1, 2012

Ann Cafaro

Dear Mary and Family.

We were so sad to hear of Bill's passing.
We will keep all of those happy memories of him in our hearts.
He was so special.....he would speak of Family so fondly.....
He has a special place in our hearts.
With love to you and your children and grandchildren!
Ann and Nick

September 30, 2012

James Williamson

Dear Mike,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My sincere condolences.

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