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Howard Opdyke Obituary

Howard Loyed Opdyke, Jr., 88, of Beaumont, CA and formerly of Washington, NJ passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at Braswell Colonial Care, Redlands, CA. Born: Howard was born on October 12, 1924 in Bethlehem Township, PA. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs.Howard Loyd and Esther (nee Miller) Opdyke. Personal: He was a truck driver for Johanna Farms, a farmer, and a bartender at Pips Tavern and Felix's Tavern. Survivors: He is survived by two sons, Rob Opdyke and David Opdyke; two daughters, Sherry York and Jackie Stark; a sister, Arletta Dutcher; and thirteen grandchildren. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Joyce D.Opdyke. Services: A service will be held 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the DeVoe Funeral Service, Inc., 136 West Washington Ave., Washington, NJ 07882. An interment will follow in the Asbury Presbyterian Cemetery, Asbury, NJ. The DeVoe Funeral Service, Inc. has been entrusted with his arrangements. Online condolences at www.devoefuneral.com

Published by The Express Times on Jan. 27, 2013.
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Rob and Dave,
Sorry for your loss of your Dad God Bless

Charlie Jenkins

January 31, 2013

So sorry to hear of Buzz's passing,

Tom Stover

January 30, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 30, 2013

David & Robbie, My deepest sympathy. Uncle Buzzy was one of kind. I have many good memories of Uncle Buzzy from his kindness from having a drink or two and eating shrimp where ever we could found it. Uncle Buzz will be missed. Again my deepest symaphty.

Leon Mettler

January 29, 2013

David & Robbie, So sorry to hear about your dad. I have alot of fond memories of Uncle Buss when I was growing up in Washington.You have my deepest sympathy.

Jackie Julian Keiper

January 28, 2013

Rob and Dave

Sorry for your......Rest in peace Uncle Buzzy.

Jim Hudock

January 27, 2013

Robbie sorry for your loss buddy! May God give you his peace and comfort.

Kenny Snover

January 27, 2013

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