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DUDLEY, William Christopher 41, of Springfield died at 6:45 PM. Wednesday, August 15, 2012 in Springfield Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. He was born November 9, 1970 to Peggy (Griffith) Dudley and Robert L. Dudley. William was a 1989 graduate of Springfield South High School and had served his country in the Navy for four years. He was a veteran of the Persian Gulf War. His love of motorcycles recently led him to restore his father's 1967 Harley Davidson. He enjoyed hanging out in the garage with sons Caulin Cosby and Conner Dudley. In addition to being survived by his sons, he leaves behind to cherish his memory, his mother, Peggy; his sister Kristin Dudley and her boyfriend Victor Baker; Kristin's children Brianna and Trevon; Victor's son Jerin; aunts and uncles Toni and Bill Zanish, Kathy Massie, Ruthann Amburgy, Penny and Wayne McConnell of Elgin, Texas, Patty and Joe Athy; uncle and aunt Rick and Nancy Griffith of Bradenton, Florida; numerous other aunts, uncles and cousins; his former wife Christol Cosby; special friend Lisa Kawailima and her parents; and the brother he never had, David Lippencott. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert; grandparents Wayne Griffith, Roy and Doris McCormick, and Charles Newman; uncle Phil Griffith; and aunt Billie Jo Brooks. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-7 PM. in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. The service to honor William's life will be Monday at 11:00 AM. in the Memorial Home, with Rev. Orbie Estep officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com
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David Crockett
October 2, 2021
You are gone but never forgotten. You were a great friend and shipmate. Go with God, we'll meet again.
Charlene Curran
August 23, 2012
Dear Peggy and family So sorry to hear of your loss Shirley just told me. May your memories bring you peace and know his is rideing with the best. God Bless you and my prayes are always with you Charlene
WILLIAM WHITE, JR
August 21, 2012
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Nanci Curtin
August 20, 2012
Words cannot express how truly sorry I am for your loss. I know this is a difficult time, but please know I am here if you need me, day or night. Willie is at peace now. Peace be with all of you.
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Rick Riffe
August 20, 2012
Peggy & family
So sorry for your loss.. He will be in good hands with his father.. God bless your family..
Pam and Jim Norton
August 20, 2012
Peggy and Kristin, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. God will give you strength. With our love,
John Jobes
August 18, 2012
Dear Peggy, I just was thinking about you and our class as I couldn't make it again to the Reunion. I brought up the Springfield Paper and saw this and was drawn to it. I am so so sorry for you and please know that you and your family are in my prayers and the prayers of my family. I don't believe there is a greater test of faith then losing a child. You are in our hearts and prayers. God Bless You, John Jobes and Family
Netra Thomas
August 18, 2012
Kristin my prayers go out to you and your family, I pray that God gives you comfort and understanding at this tough time. I don't think we will ever understand why God takes our love ones but we have to believe that they are in a better place. I'm here for you if you need me. Love your friend Netra Thomas
linda griffith
August 18, 2012
Peggy, You and your family are in our prayers..So sad for your loss..Linda and Fred Griffith
August 18, 2012
Peggy, Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Dan & PG Reynolds
Colby and Danielle Barnett
August 18, 2012
So many great memories, we will always miss you.
Wallace, Tina, Bruce & Ian
August 18, 2012
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Quinn
August 18, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Marilyn Burr
August 17, 2012
To thd Dudley family, I was so shocked when Holly told me of Willies passing. This has taken me back to their highschool days and the time that Willie used to spend at my house playing cards with the other kids. Please know that my prayers are with you all at this time.
Marilyn Burr
Cheryl Jessee
August 17, 2012
Peggy,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and Kristin.
Julie Zerkle
August 17, 2012
Peggy & Kristin,
I am so very sorry. I thought the world of Willie. He was a great friend & more like a big brother to me. He would do anything for anyone & always wore a smile. I have tons of great memories throughout our childhood & adult years on Gruen Drive that I will cherish forever. May you have comfort in knowing he is in great hands. My condolences.
Julie Zerkle & Family
Joe & Vicki Szopo
August 17, 2012
Peggy,
You know our hearts are with you at this difficult time. We are here for you if you need anything at all. We will love and miss our new friend always. Love you
Sarah Garcia
August 17, 2012
Peggy and Kristin, I am so sorry for the loss of Willie. I can't even imagine to know what you are going through. Please know that I will be praying for your comfort and if you need anything, please let us know.
Lisa Chimento
August 17, 2012
Peggy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Kristin at this difficult time. We are here for you if there is anything you need.
Rick & Lisa
August 17, 2012
Peggy and family,
Just know that our thoughts are with you. We hope the good memories help you during this time...
Greg and Carrie Weinstiger
Cassie Cosby
August 17, 2012
Praying for you all in your time of loss. Willie was a great man. I thought the world of him. No matter what kind of mood you were in, he could always bring a smile to your face. My heart aches for his family and children. He was too young to leave this world. My condolences.
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