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Alexandra Duda Obituary
Okemos - Alexandra Meredith Duda, age 34 of Okemos, passed away Feb. 24, 2019.
She was born May 25, 1984 in Reading, Pennsylvania to Andrew and Barbara (Searfoss) Duda.
Alex was a graduate of Okemos High School and Michigan State University. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and was working on a Master's degree in Public Health at MSU. Alex was a personal assistant and executive assistant during school and she did volunteer work for a political organization. She enjoyed Spartan football and basketball as well as cooking, swimming, hiking and spending time with her nephews. Alex was devoted to her friends and family. A brave and caring woman, Alex was beautiful inside and out. She helped the elderly and was a friend to everyone.
Alex is survived by her parents, Dr. Andrew and Barbara Duda; brother, Andrew M. Duda III, M.D.; sister, Ashley M. Duda and two nephews, Andrew M. Duda IV and Anthony J. Duda.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Martha Church, 1100 W. Grand River Ave., Okemos, Friday, March 8 at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10 a.m.
Friends may visit at Gorsline Runciman East Chapel, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, Thursday from 4-7 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:30 p.m.
Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery in Lansing.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 10554 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, FL 34608.
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Sponsored by Andrew and Barbara Duda.
April 6, 2019
Dr. Duda,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your daughter Alexandra. We were out of town and just returned. My prayers to you and your family. The loss of a child is so unbearable.
Jim and Debbie Windsand
March 12, 2019
Barb and Andrew, I am so sorry to hear about Alexandra's passing. I was your private banker for many years at Old Kent/5/3 and remember your children well. Barb I would like to catch up over coffee or lunch if you are open.
March 8, 2019
I was a friend of her father when we were young...am very sad for your loss.
Brian OConnell
Sister Philip Ann Yurkonis
March 8, 2019
Dr.and Mrs. Duda, I am so sorry to hear about Alexandra. Know that your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May Jesus comfort you as only he can.
Cheryl Massey
March 7, 2019
Dr. And Mrs Duda, please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Alexandra. Dr. Duda, I worked for you at your practice in West Reading and was so saddened to hear of this. Prayers to your entire family.
Abigale Benjamin
March 7, 2019
We love you Alex and will always remember you for being such a wonderful person in our lives. Alex you will forever be in our hearts and never forgotten.. We love you..
Sister Ann marie Coll
March 7, 2019
Barbara and Andrew know that you and your family will be in my prayers at the loss of Alexandra.
March 7, 2019
Sorry for your great loss, may God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time.
Ps. 51:17-JW
R. C.
March 1, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Please allow the fondest memories shared with your loved one to be a soothing blanket over your heart. Take comfort in our Heavenly Father who is our Rock & Stronghold in times of grief. He is our shield and the God of refuge. Psalms 18:2
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