James Michael Duffin

April 14, 1963 - December 30, 2016

James M. Duffin 1963-2016 James Michael Duffin, 53 of Princeton, died suddenly on December 30, 2016. He was born in Iowa Falls, Iowa on April 14, 1963 to John and Beverly (Barger) Duffin. Jim grew up in Ottawa, Illinois graduating from Ottawa High School in 1981. He played high school and college tennis with many successes. He graduated from the College of Du Page and started a lifelong career as a computer technician/network administrator. Jim married Gloria Kathryn Pauley on July 15, 1995. He was the loving and proud father of three amazing children, Garrett Thomas 20, Meghan Samantha 18, and Liam James 15. The family lived in Ottawa until August 2005 at which time they moved to Princeton. He volunteered in various youth sports in his community and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Jim loved spending time with family and friends, playing card and board games, attending his children’s sporting events, and making others laugh. He also enjoyed building and maintaining quality fires in the fire place and the backyard fire pit. Jim is survived by his wife and children; two brothers, John Duffin and Bill (Cindy)Duffin; two sisters, Sally (Dave) Hass and Sue (Rich) Navratil; one brother in law, Jim Wajrowski and 10 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Julie Wajrowski. A Celebration of Life will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, January 6, at the Norberg Memorial Home in Princeton. Cremation rites have been accorded. A college fund for Jim’s children has been established at Central Bank in Princeton, IL. Online condolences may be left at www.norbergfh.com