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Beverly Dudley Obituary
Mrs. Dudley was born on June 7, 1932, in Abilene, Kan., she was the daughter of the late Evelyn and Albert McNulty. She was a Yorktown resident since 1960. In 1969 Mrs. Dudley volunteered at the local library and at that time she started her professional education as a certified librarian. By earning her library degree, over the next few years, she made her move from volunteer to a paid member of the library staff. She combined work with the pursuit of a Masters Degree in Library Science and oversaw the growth of the York County Library from a very small facility to what it is today. In her 32 years of employment, Mrs. Dudley had the distinction of serving as York's first and only Chief Librarian and was instrumentals in the development of a large and comprehensive multi-site library system.
Mrs. Dudley's greatest treasure was her family. She leaves a legacy of steadfast loyalty and memories of her profound love for her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. Col. George F. Dudley and a daughter, Debbie L. Dudley, and is survived by her son, George Randy Dudley and Sandy L. Dudley both of Yorktown; a brother, Jack McNulty and his wife, Ray, of Texas and dear friend Polly Godfrey.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, in Amory Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Veterans Memorial Gardens, Hampton. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made in memory of Beverly E. Dudley to the York County Library 100 Long Green Blvd., Yorktown, VA 23693. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for Beverly Dudley
Jack McNulty
September 13, 2008
Beverly was a GREAT sister! My wife, Rae, and I will miss her very much. She was kind and thoughtful throughout her lifetime and always put everyone before herself. I am very proud of Beverly for her accomplishments in her career and for her dedication to her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with her children and may their Mother's memory bring them comfort.
Jack and Rae McNulty
Marjorie "Polly" Godfrey
September 13, 2008
I'm sad to lose my long time friend and confidant, Beverly Dudley. We grew up together in Abilene, Kansas, and although I still live here, Beverly and I kept in touch, talking frequently. Bev was totally dedicated to her library work, so much so, she didn't want to retire.
My condolences to her family,
Polly Godfrey, Abilene Kansas
Mike Gardner
September 12, 2008
My condolences to the family of Mrs. Dudley. I worked with her as a York County employee, and will say that Mrs.Dudley was a very dedicated woman.
Anne Sundy
September 8, 2008
I first met Beverly at the storefront library in Grafton. She was always pleasant, hardworking, and concerned with the growth of library facilities. Now we have two wonderful libraries in York County, and no doubt we owe a debt of gratitude to Beverly for all the time and effort she contributed to their growth. She was a warm and friendly person, and we will miss her.
Beverly Dudley
September 8, 2008
Pat Riter
September 8, 2008
I worked with Beverly beginning 12 years ago when I first moved to Yorktown, until her retirement. She truly cared about her library and made sure that those of us who worked for her had a chance to give their input during the building of the new Tabb Library. Beverly was a wonderful person and she will be missed. My prayers go out to her family.
Ethel Hofmaier
September 7, 2008
Mrs. Dudley was a wonderful neighbor and a loving mother. Most especially we appreciate and will always remember her for the wonderful work she did with the Yorktown Library.
Lisa Scgrecengost (Darouse)
September 7, 2008
I worked with Ms. Dudley my junior year in high school. She was such a wonderful person and I feel blessed to have had her in my life, even if it was for a short period. My thoughts and prayers and with her family.
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