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Nick Dudiak Obituary

Nick Dudiak

Major Nick Dudiak, age 78 of Murfreesboro, died January 23, 2013.

A native of Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Michael and Theodora Julchitsky Dudiak.

A funeral mass will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Father Mark Sappenfield officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. Friday until service time at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Burial will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Fredonia Cemetery in Manchester, TN.

Major Dudiak is survived by his wife, Linda Ogles Dudiak; children, Monica (John) Wilson, Franklin, Chris Dudiak, Murfreesboro, Walter (Jamie) Dudiak, Greenbrier, Michael Dudiak, Murfreesboro, Matt Dudiak, Murfreesboro, and Patty (Steve) Brewer, Murfreesboro; siblings, Olga Bleech, Jenny DeCarlo, Stephanie (Jack) Colligan, Ann (Walter) Lucas, Theresa (Chuck) Martin, and John Dudiak; grandchildren, Nicholas and Lara Dudiak, Emma, John, and Megan Wilson, Caroline Lakins, Bailey Dudiak, and Hannah and Maggie Brewer. He was preceded in death by siblings, Walt, Peter, and Joe Dudiak, Mary Kuhar, and Fosha Kearns.

Major Dudiak was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and retired from the U. S. Air Force after 20 years of service. He served in the Korean conflict and Vietnam War and received the Bronze Star and Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service during Vietnam.

The family would like to thank the staff of AdamsPlace for their loving care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic School. Family members will serve as Pallbearers.

Condolences may be made at www.woodfinchapel.com. (615) 893-5151.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily News Journal on Jan. 24, 2013.

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January 31, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss o fyour loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

Tammy Burton

January 29, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I hope happy memories will bring you peace!

STANLEY MASON

January 28, 2013

LINDA MY FAMILY HAS YOU IN OUR PRAYERS,OVER YOUR LOSS.YOU AND I GREW UP TOGETHER,AND SO DID YOUR CHILDRED GROW UP WITH MMINE.MAY GOD BLESS YOU & YOURS
STANLEY & JANICE MASON

Daniel Potts

January 25, 2013

I was honored to have grown up with the Dudiaks as family friends. My parents and the Dudiaks were and are the best of freinds. Truly a great man. My deepest condolences on their loss.

January 25, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Dudiak family. Mr. Dudiak was a true American Hero! May the memories and laughter of days gone by help you during this difficult time. Amee Mercadal & Bill Eakes

Carol & Roger Mitzner

January 25, 2013

Remembering a fine man and church member.
now resting in the Lord's hands forever.
Our family has good memories with yours, growing up, fun times. Blessings to all of you during this time. Peace.

January 25, 2013

Dudiak Family- We are so sorry for your loss,
Brian and Missy Fitzhugh

Vicki Jordan

January 24, 2013

All of you are in my prayers!!!!!

Joann Kearns

January 24, 2013

A visit from Uncle Nick and his family was always a cause for celebration. I remember his laugh most of all. My prayers are with you all.

Sue and Kevin

January 24, 2013

Uncle Nick lived life full of purpose that enabled his faith in God to propel him to live an extraordinary life of passion, love, and a commitment to a selfless life serving our country
What a wonderful legacy he left his family. Love Sue and Kevin

Maureen Stokan

January 24, 2013

Uncle Nick always had a special place in my heart. Our prayers with be with all of you. He will be missed.

Love, Maureen, Brian and Grace Stokan

Betty Miller

January 24, 2013

Ms. Linda, I am so sorry to hear Nick passed away. You and your family will be in my prayers. I truly enjoyed the time that I got to know your family while I worked at Adams Place.

Kim Drummond

January 24, 2013

one of the smartest men I ever knew.. much love...kim

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