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Bobby Dudley Obituary
Bobby “Tinker” Dudley, 77, of Glasgow, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hiram and Josephine Dudley; brothers, Norman, Leonard, Billy, Robert, and Earl Dudley.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce Dudley; son, Bobby Lee Buntin; step-daughters, Debbie (Franklin Williams) Ayers and Donna (Billy) Snuffer; grandchildren, Evelyn Ayers, Michelle Snuffer, Billy W. Snuffer, and Daniel Ayers; special granddaughter, Lily Williams; sister, Linda Dudley; special pet companion, Chopper.
The family will receive friends from 1-2pm with funeral services at 2pm on Thursday, March 12, 2026 in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with Pastor Scott officiating. Interment will follow in Rapps Mill Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.botetourtfh.com or 540-254-3000.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
12
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Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home
14920 Lee Hwy, Buchanan, VA 24066
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2:00 p.m.
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14920 Lee Hwy, Buchanan, VA 24066
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