OBITUARY
Michael Duva
November 28, 1963 – February 17, 2021
Michael Duva, age 57, of Danbury, Connecticut passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer. Michael was born November 28, 1963, to the late Michael and Paula Duva.
Michael worked at Stop & Shop on Newtown Road for over 25 years before his illness. Michael will be missed greatly by all his customers and many friends.
Michael leaves behind his loving wife of 30 years, Lena (Moffa) Duva and beloved son, Troy Michael Duva. Michael is also survived by his brother Chris Duva (Margaret), sisters Teri Gallignano, Patti Eberlin (Bob), and brother Jack Duva (Betty). In addition Michael leaves behind his Mother-in-Law Violanda Moffa, Brother-in-Laws Louis Moffa, Joseph Moffa, several nieces and nephews, and several Great Nieces and Nephews. Mike's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Danbury Hospital for providing Michael the best of care.
Calling hours due to COVID-19 restrictions will be private, on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St, Danbury, Connecticut 06810. A graveside service will be open to the public at St. Peter Cemetery, 71 Lake Ave Extension, Danbury, CT 06810 at approximately 11:45 am.
In lieu of flowers friends and family may make donations to Autism Speaks at Autism Speaks, 1060 State Road, Second Floor Princeton, NJ 08540, or St. Jude Children's Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.thegreenfuneralhome.com for the Duva family.
Services
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Calling Hours (Private)
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
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Graveside Service (Public)
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Memories
Michael Duva
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ADD A MEMORYJamie Wildman
February 24, 2021
Rest easy and pain free old friend ......
Jamie Wildman
Wendy Lucas - Michalek
February 24, 2021
Dear Family and Friends - I was so very saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our families grew up together in the same neighborhood. Mike and my brother Howard were very good friends throughout their childhood, playing and hanging out together at each others homes and in the neighborhood. My memories of Mike are of a fun and carefree young boy who was always kind, caring and thoughful. My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May all of the wonderful memories you have of him help to bring you comfort to your hearts during this difficult and sad time. With sympathy, Wendy Lucas Michalek
Peg Routhier
February 24, 2021
Lena, Troy and the Duva family. Both Mike and I are very sorry for your loss and you are all in our prayers.
Laura and Chris Kovacs
February 24, 2021
Our deepest condolences and prayers to Lena, Troy, and the entire family. Mike was a wonderful man, a friend to all who knew him. He will truly be missed.
Thelma Saunders
February 22, 2021
Deepest sympathy with the loss of Mike!!!
Patti Hill
February 21, 2021
Lena and Troy,
My the love and memories give you strength to get you though this difficult time. Michael I will miss you my friend, your smile, laughter. You fought so hard may you now rest peaceful. Sending love, strength and condolences. ❤️🙏🏼
Margaret Santos Arnold
February 21, 2021
Lena and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God's be with you during this difficult time. God Bless and prayers to you and your son and hold on to the beautiful loving memories of your husband and father.
Santa Barbosa
February 20, 2021
Rest In Peace,Mike. You will be missed and always remembered as a great man, friend and neighbor.
My love in prayers are with you and your lovely family!
Joe Albanese
February 20, 2021
Rest In Peace Mike. You were a good man and will be missed.
Tonya Smith
February 20, 2021
Mike was always so easy to talk to, always eager to lend a hand and had an infectious smile, his love for his family was beyond measurable, Mike and I fought this fight together for the first 6 rounds as I can hear him most times one hospital room away from mine, he always made the nurses laugh, and his amazing strength for fighting this ugly battle we faced, he fought hard and long to be there for Lena, Troy and Vi, and now its time for him to rest. I will always remember our chats and words of encouragement for each other, I will truly miss you my dear friend until we meet again on the other side.
Rest in Peace,
Always your friend
Tonya Smith ❤🙏
Cheryl Bauer
February 20, 2021
You Have Always Have Been A Great Man A Great Husband and A Great Father I Will Miss Everything You Stand For. I Pray You To Pass Through The Great Gates. Which Archie Probably Built 🙏🏻
Mamie Galazin
February 20, 2021
We will miss Mike, he was such a good kind man. You and Troy are in our prayers and we are here for you
Lena Duva
February 20, 2021
Mike I still think this is a bad dream & I will wake up from it.
I am not sure how to live without you we have been thru so much for 39 years.
Troy & I will keep your beautiful memory alive forever with wonderful stories we have of you.
You are not suffering anymore no more Doctor visits & all that you went thru no one should ever have to go thru.
You are the strongest man with the biggest heart I ever have known in my life.
We miss you so much!!💔
Troy & your Lena 🌹
forever in our hearts & you will never be forgotten!!
Francesca Hansen
February 19, 2021
Dearest Lena, Troy and Aunt Vi, i am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for all of you. I wish i would've had the opportunity to meet Mike in person but i can tell from the pictures and way you described him what a good man, husband and father he was. Be comforted by all of your wonderful memories of a great marriage, great parent and all of the love you all shared. If you need me i'm here. God rest his soul and my love to all of you and prayers. Francesca
Pastilha Georgia Lee
February 19, 2021
Lena & Troy we have many great memories with all of you Mike was such a wonderful husband, father, & friend! He was your Soul Mate! Fly High with the Angels My Friend
Laurie Wells
February 19, 2021
I worked with Mike at Stop and Shop years ago . He was always a pleasure to chat with . Much sympathy to Lena and Troy .May your pleasant memories help you heal . Much love , Laurie Wells
Michael Licata
February 19, 2021
Dear Lena and Troy ,
May Michaels memory and love be forever etched in your hearts.
With deepest Sympathy
God Bless
Michael Licata
Howard Lucas
February 19, 2021
Thoughts and prayers to you Lena and Troy. I have many memories of Mike and I throughout the years. We were childhood friends and continue to be friends to the present day. We were brothers that had many laughs together and many good times and I’ll never forget them. you will be deeply missed my friend thank you for all the memories and good times. Fly high my brother till we meet again.
Lena Duva
February 19, 2021
Mike, I am still waiting for you to come home & walk thru the front door back to us.
Our house will never be the same without you.
Troy & I will never forget you & you will always be forever in our hearts & never forgotten.
We will keep fighting like I know you would want us to, just like you did.
Forever in our hearts you will always be & never ever forgotten.
We love you forever until we meet again!
Troy & Lena
Xoxo
Judy & Carmen Rao
February 19, 2021
Lena and Troy, Mike was a great man. Always enjoyed talking with him at Stop & Shop. He will be missed by all. Love to you and Troy.
Annette Mathews
February 19, 2021
Lena and Troy :
My heart goes out to you!
Mike :
I will miss you and all the stories and laughs. You were the best husband, father and friend anyone could ask for. You will be missed !
Keeping all of you in my prayers!
Love, Annette