Kendra Powles Duffy

Kendra Powles Duffy, 77, of Maynard, MA, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, March 25, at the Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA. Kendra was a loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and a dear friend to many.

Kendra was born in Newburgh, NY, on November 26, 1947. She married James Duffy on April 20, 1974, and the two built a life together, eventually moving to Wilbraham, MA, in 1977 where they raised their two sons, Keith and Kenneth. Kendra was deeply engaged in the Wilbraham community and an active member of the Church of the Epiphany. Kendra’s life was filled with blessings, the greatest of which were the birth of their two grandsons, Quinn and Rhys, who she cherished and endlessly doted upon.

Kendra’s life exemplified compassion and service to others. Her academic studies culminated in a Master of Social Work from Smith College, which was followed by a career supporting people in vulnerable communities including hospice patients and veterans. This commitment to others continued with her outreach work through St. Elizabeth’s Church of Sudbury up to the point of her hospitalization.

Kendra is survived by her son Keith Duffy of Sudbury, MA, his wife Sarah, her grandsons Quinn and Rhys; her son Kenneth Duffy of Milton, VT, his wife Bethany; and her sister Karen Wolf of Cairo, NY.

The family will honor Kendra at St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 1 Morse Road, Sudbury, MA, on Saturday, May 31, at 12pm.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that you consider a donation to Emily’s List in Kendra’s honor via the link below: Emily's List - Honorary and Memorial Gifts