Richard C. "Dick" VanDuyne, 93, of Wellsboro, died on Thursday, June 22, 2023.
He was born on August 1, 1929, in Towaco, N.J., a son of the late Elbert F. and Marie F. (Lockhoff) VauDuyne and was the owner of VanDuyne Dairy Equipment for many years. He was married to Janice L. (Ingerick) VanDuyne, and was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of Tioga. He spent several years as a volunteer in RVICS (Roving Volunteers in Christ's Service) and spent that time traveling to several states doing construction projects in various Christian ministries. He enjoyed woodworking, logging, construction, and traveling. He was a Jack-Of-All-Trades and a master of many.
Dick is survived by his wife: Janice VanDuyne of Wellsboro; two sons, Mark (Ruth) VanDuyne of Mexico, Mo., Timothy (Wendy) VanDuyne of Lawrenceville; three daughters: Becky (Brad) Sharp of Middlebury Center, Debbie (Phil) Gastrock of Wellsboro, Sharon (Ben) Dewalt of Allenwood, Pa., two brothers: Tom VanDuyne of Colorado, David (Betty Brooks) VanDuyne of New Jersey, brother-in-law: Bud Kurvink of Florida, three step-sons: Greg Mattison of Wellsboro, Tim Mattison of Colorado, Mark Mattison of California, 16 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by two daughters: Linda VanDuyne and Ruth Migliore, two grandsons, Daniel Sharp and Brad Sharp Jr. and a granddaughter, Shoshanna Stratton.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. Wellsboro. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Steven P. Neff officiating. Interment will be in the Wellsboro Cemetery, Wellsboro. www.carletonfh.com

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Published by The Wellsboro Gazette from Jun. 26 to Jul. 3, 2023.

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Marianne (Buker) Kosa

June 20, 2025

Janice,
We just got home from spending a week with Dad ... he reminisced about Dick and what a special friend he was to him and mom all those years. He spoke so kindly about you and what a gift you were to Dick. We love you both very much and are praying for you as you approach the anniversary of your sweet husband´s homegoing. Thank you for the wonderful blessing you were to my parents for so many years. May God continue to give you grace and comfort and His peace.

Marianne Kosa

June 20, 2024

Hello Janice and family....
Thinking of you as you approach the anniversary of Dick´s homegoing..... praying for the comfort only God can give and for a peace that passeth all understanding knowing your dear husband and father is enjoying all the wonders of Heaven.
Sending a hug to each of you!
Marianne Kosa

Marianne Buker Kosa

June 28, 2023

Dick VanDuyne was the dearest friend to my father and we are so thankful for the sweet blessing he was to both my parents. One of the most genuinely Christ-like men, he gave me my first job as a teenager and was a man of unwavering integrity and unconditional kindness. He taught me much as I worked at Van Duyne Dairy during high school. My father, John Buker, shared many sweet memories when he heard the news of Dick´s homegoing. He and Dick sang together in the church choir and in a quartet and were known as "plan B" for the special music at church. When planned special music fell through, they were always willing to fill in as a duet.
Dad is now living in Tennessee and sorry to miss today´s services. He said "Dick beat me there but I know he´ll save me a seat. And, one day, we will sing together in that heavenly choir. Our love and prayers are with you Janice, and with each of the children.

Barbara Critcher

June 26, 2023

Dick was a most beloved part his Christian family at Tabernacle Baptist Church. He gave of himself in many ways. He offered his bass voice to our choir & congregation. He would pull you aside to ask how things were going and offer words of encouragement, and you knew he prayed about matters God laid on his heart. His compassion showed in many ways, including through his generous giving both monetarily and through his talent in wood crafting projects for the church. He is already very missed. Looking forward to seeing you again, dear brother.

Gail Johnston

June 26, 2023

I would like to offer my sincere sympathy to you Becky..Brad and your family..I hope that GOD will grant you many blessings and happy memories..
Gail Johnston

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