Edward Dudley "Buddy" Pyper

1935 - 2025

Edward Dudley Pyper, known to all as Buddy, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on January 4, 1935, in Easton, Maryland, he was the eldest son of the late George Dudley Pyper and Mildred Elmire Marvel.

A proud graduate of Easton High School, Class of 1953, Buddy enlisted in the United States Army shortly after graduation and honorably served his country until 1958. His decorations and commendations included the Good Conduct Medal (two-time recipient), Sharpshooter (Carbine), Sharpshooter (SMG Cal .45), National Defense Service Medal, and Army of Occupation Medal (Germany).

Following his military service, Buddy continued his dedication to public service through a long and respected career with the United States Postal Service as a rural mail carrier, retiring in the 1990s. He was an active member of the American Legion Talbot Post 70.

In 1983, Buddy married the love of his life, Diane Taylor, and together they built a warm and welcoming home in Easton, where they shared more than 40 years of laughter, love, and family. Buddy enjoyed friendship, golf, and his regular lunch outings with close friends. He and Diane especially cherished their many cruise vacations and annual trips to Ocean City surrounded by children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Buddy is survived by his beloved children Valerie Pyper Coulby (Rick), Leslie Pyper, Diana Dawn Mister (Steve), Charles "Joe" Bryan, Deanna T. Pratt (Jerry), and Amy Johnson; his brother David Pyper (Marisa) of Easton; thirteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Adrienne Fluharty and his youngest granddaughter, Catherine Pratt and grandson Jason Auville.

Buddy will be remembered for his kindness, gentle humor, and the steady love he showed his family and friends. His life was a testament to loyalty, service, and devotion to those he held dear.

Please join the family for a celebration of Buddy's life to be held at the Easton VFW Post 5118, Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 1pm to 4pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Buddy's memory to the Catherine Pratt Memorial Scholarship Fund at Mid Shore Community Foundation, 102 East Dover Street, Easton, Maryland 21601.