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James Dudek Obituary
James D. Dudek, 62, of Crestview, FL, was called home to his Lord on Monday, May 13, 2024, passing away peacefully at the North Okaloosa Medical Center after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. The son of Daniel and Phyllis (Kempski) Dudek he was born November 1, 1961, in Toledo, OH.
Jim grew up in the Point Place Community and was a 1980 graduate of St. Francis de Sales High School. After high school he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he earned the rank of Major, before retiring in 2020.
He is survived by his mother, Phyllis; siblings Audrey (Gary) Schnabel, Jeff (Deb) Dudek, Sue Dudek; nieces and nephews, Andrew and Megan Greenley, Nick (Amy) Dudek, Katelyn Dudek, and Griffin Burkhardt. He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel.
Memorial services are pending with Urbanski's Bedford Funeral Chapel, 8300 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. Online condolences may be shared at:
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Carolyn Del Giudice
July 1, 2024
I was a friend and neighbor of Jim's for several years in Crestview, Florida. He had such a quick wit. I will always remember him with fondness and joy as he always had my sister Shirley and I in stitches when we discussed anything.
He had a great sense of humor and a kind heart.
My sister Shirley Cozad went home to the Lord on June 4, 2024 and I know they are continuing to share lots of laughter. Jim was a fighter to the end with his pancreatic cancer. I prayed that he would beat the cancer but God had other plans. I'm sorry I did not get a chance to say a final goodbye to him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family (especially his mother) and friends.
Fran Kemski
June 4, 2024
My sincerest condolences to Jim's family on his passing. I hope he went in peace without too much pain. He was a sincere pleasure to have known and was always so kind in conversations to Tom and I. Now they can catch up on lost time.
Steve Valigosky
June 3, 2024
So sorry to hear of Jim´s passing... far too soon and I recall Jim´s sense of humor and his positive attitude. We grew up together in the Point, and attended St. Francis together, and his smile remained the same throughout the years. My prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Deb Szczepanski
June 3, 2024
Phyllis and family I am so sorry for your loss may God b with all of you at this time of suffering. Phyllis I hope u get this I live in Cleveland now and would like to come and visit you when I come into town. Mom always thought highly of you so please know I will be praying for u and your family during this difficult time. Deb Szczepanski-Harriette Kapelski daughter 419-885-4001
Jeff Stanger
June 2, 2024
Great childhood memories Jimmy. I still talk about your nickname for me to my family. RIP
Darlene Raczkowski
June 2, 2024
Jimmy you will be missed, but your up there with your dad and my dad. My Dad loved you, he use to call you my brother but in polish, (MA Cha Bucha) I think. Sorry Jimmy your so going to be missed. Jerry and Darlene Raczkowski
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