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Frank Dudek
1942 - 2025
BORN
1942
DIED
2025
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Frank Dudek Obituary
Aug 29, 1942 - Sep 27, 2025
Frank Dudek, age 83, of Highland, IN, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025. He was born on August 29, 1942 to the late Martin and Rose Dudek.
Frank was retired from Inland Steel and a member of the 25 year club. He was a graduate of Bishop Noll High School in 1960.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Rose Dudek. Brother Edward Dudek, sisters Julie Sapyta, Helen Zemen, and Edna Petrovich.
Frank was survived by his brother-in-law, Roman (Ray) Sapyta and numerous loving nieces and nephews along with his cat Rizzo.
Frank was a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan. He enjoyed all things gardening.
Frank was a longtime member of St. Stanislaus Church in East Chicago.
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 9:45 AM at St. James the Less Catholic Church, 9640 Kennedy Ave. Highland followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM with the Reverend Gregory Bin-Merle officiating.
Burial following at St. John/St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Hammond.
Donations can be made in Frank's honor to St. Jude's.
Arrangements are being held by Hillside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Konnie Kuiper - Michael Kuiper-Vass, Highland, IN.
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Juanita Morgan
October 3, 2025
I worked many years with Frank at Inland Steel. He was a very nice man. My deepest sympathy to his family.
John Boguslawski
October 2, 2025
I graduated with Frank from Bishop Noll and remember him as a great guy. I am glad to see he lived a life well spent. God has now another member of our great Class.
Pat Vidal
October 1, 2025
I worked with Frank. He was funny.
Sorry for your loss,
Pat Vidal
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