I loved our conversations, and reminiscing about the old neighborhood. 
Rest in Peace, Homeboy. 

Words can not express the sadness, shock, and disbelief I still feel, trying to come to terms with the reality of Peter's passing,.... so, I could only imagine the emotions you're having to reconcile with, my heart breaks soooo much for you. It's gonna be a long while before I can truly forgive myself over Peter's last phone call to me, knowing that he cared,... I just wish I had a do-over. Auriana, he loved you dearly,... I'm so glad I had the chance to meet you in person, I pray God sees fit to bless you and yours with swift comfort and peace, knowing your dad was a gift to many.  Much love,  God bless.

I met Peter about 25 years ago. He was a no filters man. I can remember when I was at his house NYE and he shot straight up in the air.  Happy New year! I ran into him at a RAMS game on this picture. He was doing his security work. He was funny, smart and he adored his granddaughter. He was a proud Papa. He will be missed. RIP dear friend.🙏

I am very sorry to hear about Duffy he was a wonderful person to work and always smiling, It was a pleasure to have worked with him. My condolences to all the family and especially to his precious wife.

Duffy and I use to love to debate, especially sports,  Lakers & Clippers, he always had to have the final word 😅 
When my husband, David, gained his wings Duffy would text me frequently just to say he was thinking of me and David, hoping all was okay. 
He spoke, quite often, of his daughter. But once that granddaughter came along, she truly stole his heart 💕
We last communicated towards the end of 2022. He texted me the cutest picture of his granddaughter stating she turned 3, July 6th and she was his world 😍 he also mentioned David, as usual,  and ironically, he ended the text commenting on how, at some point, we would all be together again 🙏🏾 
I am truly going to miss our texts, our debates and feeling the love as he spoke of his 2 favorite girls 😍
Peter, when you see David, whisper to him that I love him tremendously and that I will miss him until we meet again❤️
Rest Well In Heaven My Friend 🙏🏾

Peter, may you rest in “Peace”! You made me feel respected and safe every time we were in the presence of one another.  Thank you for the kindness you shown others, especially those in need.  Yes, I know what you did for others, in which you never talked about savings those who definitely were drowning.  I hope you’re playing basketball up there in Heaven, and no I am still not a CLIPPER FAN😉.  Your love continues to shine like the sun, and you are truly missed.  Tell Adrian Manns I miss him as well.   
Love you always, Joyce Dixon-King aka Smiley

                                                               YTS  STRONG

Condolences to the Duffy family from Danny Boyd and family...rest in heaven Peter my brother my friend! 

I went to high school with Peter. I’m stunned and speechless of his passing. Rest in paradise. God bless you.

Hey Pistol Pete, sorry that you’ve left us!  With March Madness starting today all I could think of was you being in Vegas doing your thing checking your brackets and texting pictures to me!!  I’m pulling for your Bruins ,  hoping they at least make it to the Final Four.  Maybe my Trojans can see their way there too!  I know this is your time of year and I’ll miss our interactions speaking about the different matchups!!  Rest easy my friend and I’ll keep up as best I can with the tournament and the status of the UCLA Bruins 💐💐

My deepest condolences to Family, Friends & Coworkers of Peter. I always called him "Duffy" as we worked together as Security at many venues and events. 
We shared conversations about Los Angeles, law enforcement, family, Jazz  & his residence in Vegas. 
Duffy was a good guy and always pleasant. 
May God comfort & strengthen the Duffy family as only he truly can. 🙏🏼 

I worked with Peter at Heman G. Stark YCF in the late '90s/ early 2000s. I enjoyed our discussions of jazz and sports. He was a good guy.
Phil H.

Peter, or Petey as I called him, met when we were 12 yrs old while attending Louis Pasteur Jr High. We played together on the C basketball team while attending Fairfax High. I lost touch with him, but found him on FB.  Saw him in 15' at a basketball reunion and again last year when he was in Atlanta where I have lived the past 26 yrs. Pete was always a positive person and was happy to call him a friend and I will miss him. 
RIP Petey.

My good friend, Barbara Govan, sent this picture to me a few days ago.  It was taken at her 50th birthday party.  I had forgotten all about this memory.  Here is Duffy as he always was.  Smiling, happy, full of joy, celebrating with his friends.  Big heart.

Pete was a great brother. He brought my 96 year old dad to Atlanta for his birthday and my father passed a year later
We had real love. so many wonderful memories 
This is all part of Gods plan

Terrance McMillan 
3/03/2023

I met Pete as a young YC on U/V treatment team in 1990. He mentored me  showed me how to the job as a Youth Counselor the right way. Pete and I had alot in common especially when it came to sports and fatherhood. Pete created the initial season tickets account for the Los Angeles Clippers in 2001, an account for which I have maintained since around 2013 when he decided to root for the Golden State Warriors! Lol
I love Pete mainly because he was a straight shooter, he wasn't afraid to say what was on his mind. If he liked you, you were golden in his eyes. He would always have something positive to say and uplifting. He became a father figures to so many wards who he counseled over the years. I am very grateful to have personally witnessed the positive impact he had in the lives of several ex-wards who are doing great things in the community, i.e being good fathers to their children(s).  He was always just a phone call or text message away from meeting at D&B to watch a game, attend a Lakers/Clippers game, or a YTS retirement breakfast. I am going to miss his text messages regarding world events, sports, or just a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Father's day, and etc. Love big bro., I'll see again in Heaven when it's my time to transition. 


My deepest condolences to the family.  I remember meeting Duffy while working at YTS. We used to have some very competitive basketball games at YTS gym. Duffy was always one with a deadly jumpshot. The last time we saw each other was at a Clipper’s game where we greet each other with mutual admiration. Although we did not run into each other much, but when he did, it was always nice to catching up. RIP Duffy. 

What a remarkable man!  Yes, he was sarcastic, witty and gave the appearance of having a tough exterior.  Actually, he was a great friend to many with an enormous giving heart.  His presence, calls or text were uplifting and always positive.  My memories are filled with him smiling and enjoying life.  I'll continue to pray for his daughter and granddaughter as they were his most cherished gifts.  

To the family,  I am saddened to hear of your loss, my 💕💕 and condolences along with my prayers for your strength during this difficult time! Love and prayers! Lori Brown 

Pete and I met back in 1989 when I began my career with the California Youth Authority in Chino at HGS/YTS. He was instrumental in helping many new hires by sharing information and "showing you the ropes", he was a one of a kind to say the least. Pete had a unique way in doing things and it was mainly "Pete's way"! Lol We soon learned we shared a common interest and it was sports. We'd spend many hours and days discussing and debating sport philosophies and various sports, though basketball was his #1 sport. In fact, this past July Pete and I, along with my son Elijah, hung out for several days taking in the NBA Summer League games and had the best time. Pete also learned that he met his match in debating basketball on pure knowledge and "being a student" of the game, as he and Elijah went round and round. It resulted in Pete telling Elijah; "you might've missed your calling, you should be a scout"! Pete will definitely be missed, but never forgotten. Rest in Eternal Peace my friend.











Duff and I worked together close to 30 yrs. From YTS to SRCC and finally Ventura. Early in our career we would take inmates/wards to the gym to play basketball after our scheduled shifts. Very unconventional and somehwat controversial for those days. To say the impact was long lasting is an understatement! He was one of the most trustworthy coworker's I've ever had the pleasure of working with. If he cared about you; you knew it! Prayers for the family and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him

I have know Pete for almost 16 years. Started as part of the YTS family and since he retired he had been working security for me from time to time.  Everyone loved his positive outgoing personality.  Pete is a good man from day one and I am sad to hear he passed. I spoke to him Jan24th he said he was headed to Vegas.  A month later he’s gone and I can’t believe it. My prayers to his daughter and family. You dad is an Icon.

Duffy was a very good friend of mine. We worked together for 20 years. He was one of the funniest people I ever knew. Witty and sarcastic, with a big heart. He was always just a phone call away.  I will miss you, Duff.

My deepest condolences to your family “My Petie Boy”I remember such a great respectful young man. 
Your YTS Friend Lily (MsV)

My heart goes out to the Duffy family for the loss of your dear Brother, Father, Uncle and Son to a Family made from Gods love.  I will miss Pete dearly for all the good things that he bought to this life.  I will forever cherish the close brotherhood that we have shared for more than 40 years.  Though I will miss Pete, I rejoice knowing that he is in the blessed hands of our Heavenly Father.  I love you my brother and may you travel in peace throughout your eternal journey.  

Man o man cousin I’m going to miss you every time your in or coming to Vegas you’ll let me know (hey cousin I’m in town for the day or the weekend I’ll be at the condo) I’m really going to miss those calls and talks we use to have thank you for everything you’ve done and said cousin love you 

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Peter Michael Duffy

November 25, 1954 – February 22, 2023

Miller Jones Mortuary and Crematory

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