It was such a blessing having PopPop as my grandfather. He showed me and John how much he loved us with the time he spent with us, and the little things he did to make us feel special. I remember when I was little and my family and I would come visit, he would always cut out and save the little cartoon comic section of the newspapers for me, he knew I loved those. He was always up early sitting in his chair reading the newspaper with Abby, and I couldn’t wait to get up early too and get to spend those mornings with him watching cartoons.  I remember John and I going on walks with his dog Abby I really enjoyed that time with him. I remember how he would say “Hey!" every time I'd call, and say how good it was to hear my voice. I remember how he'd put those little gecko lizards on his ear lobes, we always thought that was so funny, he was goofy and joyful and kind and he will be so missed. I love you PopPop and I’ll always cherish the moments we had together, I’m so blessed to be your granddaughter, you were one of a kind.

You loved and enjoyed your grandchildren and great grandchildren so much!

Thank you for all the love and encouragement you gave me.

We three had so much fun!  I’m so grateful to have had our time together.

Thank you for being a wonderful father! I will miss your smile, jokes, and beautiful flowers you would give me from your garden.  ♥️

Having breakfast at our favorite father/daughter Sunday date restaurant, Papa Yolks.

Many Happy Birthdays spent together. I loved how you loved the cakes!!

Dave was such a joy to know.  Everytime I called to talk to Marie I talked to Dave first.  They were so much fun to visit with.  I am so glad they found each other and were happily married for over thirty years.  I am sure he met Jesus with that big smile as he entered into heaven.

Love my brother in law and gonna miss him dearly .  I remember the day he ask me. “ do you have a sister ? “.   I gladly introduced him to my sister and it was history after that .  Love  at first site !   They were in love and such fun times to remember  and many laughs !     Rest in peace my brother   I will miss you !  ❤️❤️. Linda kujawa

Mr. Dave was my buddy. No one will replace the laughs and stories you would tell! Love you very much!!!
Love, 
Dania

You were always a great time with a smile on your face that would brighten any room! You made it a habit to say hello to everyone! 
Love, 
Dania

The memories we had together will forever be in my heart! Love you very much!!
  Xoxo 
Dania

Mr. Dudley was the kindest person. He always had a story to tell and a joke around the corner. He loved people and to make them laugh and smile as he loved to himself. I’m so grateful for having the opportunity to really get to know Mr.Dudley and  family. He will be greatly missed. May peace and comfort be with everyone that he knew. Dania Anderson

David was a wonderful guy , I've had the pleasure of seeing , knowing him over the years at family events/ holidays.
David will definitely be missed.

Big Dave will forever be missed, especially by his loving family. I had the pleasure of meeting him & his wife Marie, at all places, Dollar General. Little did I know he was my sister Patty's father in law. It wasn't until I had the pleasure of going on a lunch date with my sister & Mom where those two nice people joined us. So I asked my sister, "Have I met them before?" She replied no. Then, suddenly, I realized, we have met several times at Dollar General. We all had a good laugh. Then, seeing him again when my sister came to town. It saddened my heart to hear the news of Big Dave's passing. His son, David, has been my brother in law close to 40 years. And I love him dearly. I pray the entire Dudley family & extended family members to find comfort & strength in the Lord Jesus during this difficult time.
Pamela Patton (Patty's sister)

OBITUARY

David William Dudley

October 27, 1936 – February 7, 2024

Forest Park East Funeral Home & Cemetery

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