She was born in Seattle, Washington to Gerre and Ann Voden. Growing up in a military family, she spent many years in Europe before they were stationed in California. She found herself working in the oilfield in Casper Wyoming where she met the love of her life Michael Duford.
After working nearly 20 years in the oilfield, she started over with a career in healthcare where she worked as a CNA and Occupational Therapist. Making a difference in so many lives. She was so many amazing things in her life. A daughter, sister, mother (to so many), aunt, grandma, role model, and friend. She was an amazing artist that loved animals, the outdoors, travel, and adventure.
She is survived by her children, Sarah Duford (Sammie) and Michael Duford; grandson Ayden Duford; sisters Margo Gallegos (David), Sharmie Atwood (David), Rosemary Blackner (Larry); brother Gerre Voden Jr. (Louisa), and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
Preceded by her parents, Gerre & Ann Voden, her husband, Michael Duford, her sister Danielle Williams, and her brother Peter Voden.
A Celebration of Life Will Be Held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rover Rescue , PO Box 4074, Aurora, Illinois 60507, US, or at https://roverrescue.org/help-us/donate/.
