David W. Dudash, 65, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Born on February 13, 1958 in Hammond, Indiana he was the son of John and Marian (Konkey) Dudash.
He attended Crown Point High School graduating with the class of 1976. David graduated Purdue University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. David married his soulmate Bridget on April 16, 1988 in Crown Point at Saint Mary’s Cathedral.
David was an engineer by trade and worked for many surveyor and engineering firms such as DLZ and Rieth-Riley before he retired.
Dave was a man who could fabricate or fix anything. If you needed something worked on from a lamp to a big RV, he would be the person that could do it. He would say; you take it apart and just figure it out.
Dave was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. If you heard laughter and shouts of happiness, you knew that he was the cause and in the middle of it. He worked hard all his life, but gave freely to others.
In his spare time, he would invent and build items that were useful for himself and family. It was part of his nature and it is what made him Dave.
No matter what hardships he was facing, he believed that you just pushed through it. You made the best of it, and you kept going. Instead of giving up, his mantra was I can do it…and he did. He was thankful for all he had in his life and knew that he was blessed.
He is survived by his wife Bridget of Plymouth; children: Jenny (Jordan) Bedan of Noblesville, IN; Joseph and Jordan Machowiak of South Bend; Robert (Olivia) Dudash of Plymouth; brothers John Dudash and Paul Dudash; grandchildren Aaliyah, Olivia and Millie.
David is preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 11-1 pm at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. A memorial service will immediately follow with Pastor Tim Lee officiating.
Memorial contributions may be given to Milton Adult Day Services, 111 Sunnybrook Ct. South Bend, IN 46637 or www.miltonads.org/donation.
Quinn Bowman says
My thoughts and prayers to Bridget and family. Dave was a wonderful man.
Lois Bee says
Dave Dudash was an inspiration to all, mostly to his immediate family, but also to anyone who happened to meet him. To see him rise above everything life threw at him and just get on with life gave hope to everyone else. He will be seriously missed.
Walt Lemke says
I am so sorry to hear this. I didn’t get to interact with Dave often, but when I did he was always an outgoing happy person. Good for a laugh. My life is better for knowing him.
A man much wiser than me once gave me advise for times like this: “cherish your memories and take time to grieve well.”
Sarah Bleeker (Jordan M's. Aunt Sarah) says
Big hugs to his whole family….did a few campground adventures with Dave..and always enjoyed our fire pit chats❤️
Laura Chipman says
Bridget,
I am saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you, Joseph, RJ, and Jenny. Rest in peace, Dave.
Micki Petersen says
Dear Bridget and family,
We are very sorry to hear of David’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. 💕🙏
Jay & Micki Petersen
Alice Bee says
I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Sending love to you dear Bridget xxx
Louise Webster says
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. God bless you all. Gary and Louise Webster
Sheryl Beckham says
So very sorry for your loss Bridget ! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time!
Sheryl Beckham
Melissa Strange says
Bridget and family
We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave was a great guy!!
Diana Butt says
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a sweet man. Prayers lifted
Melissa Strange says
So very sorry Bridget. To know Dave was to love him
Barbara Kunnen says
So sorry for tour loss
Stacy Schnick says
Bridget- I am so sorry for your loss. Lifting you and your family in thoughts and prayer.
In sympathy,
Stacy (Hildebrand) Schnick
Janet Strang says
So sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Forgues says
Bridget, so sorry about your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Prayers for all of you.
Ashleigh Buitendorp says
So sorry to hear about this tragic news, my thoughts and prayers are with everyone!
Sue Bedford says
I am so sorry to hear this news. Thinking of you and praying peace and comfort to you and the family.
Diana & Dave Peterson says
My heart is heavy to know that Dave is gone. Our family has great memories of time spent with Dave and your entire family. We will miss his contagious joy!
Much love and big hugs to you, Bridget.
Heidi WOODRUFF Bash says
I had the pleasure to work with Dave at Cole Associates/DLZ almost 40 years ago.
Dave is exactly what was described in his obituary – friendly, happy, laughing, etc. He was such a great co-worker to know and I appreciated his attitude and kindness he brought to work every day. My deepest sympathy to his wife and family.
Heidi Woodruff Bash
Phil & Karen Samuelson says
Bridget and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.