Photo courtesy of William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes
SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York
May 6, 1939 – Dec 13, 2018 (Age 79)
Saratoga Springs, NY – Charles “Dude” Dehn, 79, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Dude was born May 6, 1939 in Saratoga Springs to the late Charles Dehn, Jr. and Ida Mae (Gibson). After graduating high school Dude enlisted in the US Navy Seabees Reserves in 1956, was activated from 1958 to 1960, and was honorably discharged from the US Navy Reserve in 1962. After his military service Dude returned home and followed in his father’s footsteps taking over the family business, Dehn’s Flowers on Beekman Street, which was established in 1892 by his Great-Grandfather, Christian Dehn.
He was a hardworking man who enjoyed seeing his flowers throughout Saratoga Springs including places like the Saratoga Race Track, Adirondack Trust Company Banks, and hanging baskets on city light posts. Dude was recently thrilled to have Dehn’s flowers picked to provide flowers and space to build flower blankets for the 2018 Belmont Stakes as well as flower blankets for the 2018 Saratoga Racing Meet.
Dude was a family man who loved, loved, loved being with his family and friends gathered at their camp on the Hudson River just outside of Corinth. Sometimes referring to himself as “the original Dude,” he also enjoyed traveling and taking cruises with his family. He was also an avid bowler and proud to have recorded a perfect 300 game.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Kathleen (Graul), two daughters; Terri (John) Mishoe of Greenfield Center and Lori (John) Barnes of Saratoga Springs, sister Deborah (Gordon) Hatch, Grandchildren; John P. Mishoe, Jr., Kira Mishoe, Kelli Mishoe, Lauren Barnes, and Christian Barnes. Dude is also survived by his sister-in-law Robyn (John) Kelly who was like a daughter to him and Kathleen whom they raised from a young age.
Relatives and friends may call on Monday, December 17, 2018 from 4pm-7pm at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff, Inc. Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY.
A funeral service will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 10am at the funeral home.
Burial with military honors will be private.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.
Read MoreI really Miss Dude !!! I grew up around the corner and knew him my entire life. I saw him on a regular basis, either in the shop or out and about. Funny, Funny, guy !!! We always exchanged stories and he kept me up to date on what was going on. I just can't believe it yet !!!
My condolences to Kathy and the kids.
GOD Bess
Nancy (Smith) Robinson
January 07, 2019 | Saratoga Springs, NY | Friend
We will always remember Dude from the Spa Mr and Mrs bowling league. We are sad to hear of his passing. He had a big heart.
Terry and Mike Kinstrey
December 26, 2018 | Ballston Spa, NY | Friend
So very sorry to hear that Dude has passed. I remember so many times at the store he was always the best. Always took time to visit with you and talk. Dude was the best and I was so glad to have him honored with the Good Scout Award. May he RIP!
Frank Mihalek
December 22, 2018 | Greenfield Center, NY
Dude was a great guy and will be missed by all....RIP my friend
Phonsey Lambert
December 21, 2018 | Saratoga Springs, NY
To Kathy, Teri, Lori, Robyn and all, I am very sorry for your loss. This lovely obituary is a nice tribute. Dude was a very hardworking, family man. An upright business man. Someone with no falsehoods. My father shared many stories with us of fun times with his cousins in Saratoga; I know they are together once more, and I hope that you all find comfort in a belief that one day we will be with them again.
Mary-Ellen Callahan
December 20, 2018 | East Hartford, CT | Family
Very sorry to learn of Dudes passing. I have lots of memories of Dude and our friends growing up thru No. 2 school and SHS [ lake ave. ] Glad to have known him and his family.
Paul Kenyon
December 18, 2018 | North Creek, NY | Friend
Like Margaret Hurley I played softball for Dude in the good old days. My condolences to the Dehn Family.
Jill McMahon
December 18, 2018 | NY
So sorry to hear of Dudes passing..went to number 2 school with him, our girls played softball at the same time, we bowled Sunday night in the mixed doubles....he was great, I was not, we did the hi-lows as partners and made out well...talked several times about trees and also endless orders of flowers over the years and enjoyed doing school reunions with him...he will be missed. Sincerely, barbara and joe mac farland
Barbara Mac farland
December 18, 2018 | Saratoga Springs, NY | Friend
So saddened to hear of his passing. My family knew him for many years, through church and softball. Keeping you in our prayers. Anne-Marie and Michael Pratt and Helena Sakowski
December 18, 2018
