John Thomas Dudek

May 12, 1947 - July 26, 2024

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Massapequa Funeral Home, North Chapel

1050 Park Boulevard

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-798-2500 |

Friday 8/2, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Massapequa Funeral Home, North Chapel

1050 Park Boulevard

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-798-2500 |

Friday 8/2, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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A private cremation is scheduled.

Saturday 8/3

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St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church

2 Bayview Ave.

Massapequa, New York 11758

516-798-4992 |

Saturday 8/3, 10:15 am

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend.

John Thomas Dudek, age 77, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY.

He was born on May 12, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Francis “Frank” and Frances (Szczecina) Dudek. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Kurnides) Dudek. Devoted father of John Dudek and wife Averi, Allison Higgins and husband Benjamin, Kristen Kalkau and husband Greg, Suzanne Dudek and husband Chris McAloney. Cherished grandfather of Hailey, Caitlin, Jonah, and Julian. He also leaves behind brother Joe Dudek, sisters Audrey Klich and Andrea Ceonzo; brother-in-law Michael Kurnides; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Raised in Greenpoint, Brooklyn he later moved to Massapequa Park, NY with Dorothy to raise their family. John was a proud United States Army veteran, having served as a Second Lieutenant for the 1st Infantry Division in Vietnam. He later spent many years as a locomotive engineer for Metro-North Railroad before retiring in 2014 to focus on his family, fishing, travel, and many other interests.

John will be greatly remembered for his unique and unrivaled blend of loving kindness, deep pride, wisdom, and witty sense of humor. He was always there for anyone with a big hug, firm handshake, and a desire to listen and share stories. Especially when it came to the love of his family.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation.

Massapequa Funeral Home, North Chapel

1050 Park Boulevard

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-798-2500 | Map

Friday 8/2, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Massapequa Funeral Home, North Chapel

1050 Park Boulevard

Massapequa Park, NY 11762

516-798-2500 | Map

Friday 8/2, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A private cremation is scheduled.

Saturday 8/3

St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church

2 Bayview Ave.

Massapequa, New York 11758

516-798-4992 | Map

Saturday 8/3, 10:15 am

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Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend. John Thomas Dudek, age 77, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY. He was born on May 12, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Francis “Frank” and Frances (Szczecina) Dudek. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Kurnides) Dudek. Devoted fatherContinue Reading

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John was a wonderful person, a true gentleman, and a great friend. He will be profoundly missed.

We are so sorry for your loss. We have amazing memories of John. He was a special guy and I loved watching him interact with everyone during the holidays. A great husband, father, and grandfather.

May his memory be a blessing.

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Dear John, Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Respectfully yours,

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Mr. Dudek was a great man and great father. He always put a smile on my face when I visited Suzy. He would even offer me hot dogs! “Hey Lindsay! Want a hot dog?” I know he will be missed by everyone around him. My thoughts and prayers to the entire Dudek family. 🌺

So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was my very first boss at Chase and taught me more about the markets and how to thrive in a competitive environment. He was a funny, knowledge rich individual who did the NYTimes crossword every day. I remember times of my early career and look fondly back at working with him. God speed John. Rest now you did good.

So sorry for your loss may his memory bring you peace and joy every day.

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John, it was an absolute pleasure knowing and working with you. Your smile, made everyone else smile. May you Rest in Peace

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My Heartfelt Condolences to the Dudek Family. John was a wonderful person and one of the nicest people I had the pleasure of knowing and working with, in my 31 years on the railroad. He will be greatly missed.🙏🏾❤️😌🌹

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Hey John. Keep those melon balls on ice till we meet again! Love you💚

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