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Dudley Eldon Wykoff, Jr.Passing: June 9, 2015

Service:

No Service

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Saturday, June 13th @ 3:00-6:00 pm

Cemetery:

No Burial

BEDFORD – Dudley Eldon Wykoff, Jr., 88, passed away at 8:24 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2015, at his residence.

Born January 21, 1927, in Bedford, he was the son of Dudley Eldon and Avis Lorea (Taylor) Wykoff, Sr.  He married Doris V. Owen May 22, 1948.

Dudley was owner of the Wykoff Brothers Paint and Wallpaper Store and retired from Hoosier Uplands.  He was a member of the First Christian Church, Bedford Boat and Sportsman Club, Fraternal Order of the Eagles No. 654, and the founder of Dudley Burgers at Hoovers Confectionary.  He was a former member of the Bedford Junior Chamber of Commerce.

He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, a member and past commander of Gillen Post No. 33 American Legion, and a member of American Legion Post No. 250, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9107, and AM Vets.

Surviving:         wife, Doris Wykoff, Bedford
                        son, Dudley Eldon (Sandra) Wykoff, III, Mitchell
                 daughter, Patricia “Pat” Lynn Bennett, Bedford
          grandchildren, Amber Reynolds
                                Aaron Collier
                                Johnnie Lynn Lanier
                                Trent Wykoff
                                Dee Wykoff
                                Jessica Tillette
                                11 great grandchildren
                                  1 great great granddaughter
                   siblings, Bob Wykoff, Bedford
                                Carol Scroggins, Greenfield
                                Roger Wykoff, Bedford
                                Sue Wykoff, Bedford
                                several nieces and nephews 

His parents;  and siblings, Edna Berry, Donald Wykoff, Sr., Tom Wykoff, Jon Wykoff, and Mary Robbins, preceded him in death.

Friends may call from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be announced a later date.

 Memorial Gifts:  Wounded Warriors or First Christian Church

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15 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Tammy Roberts | Bedford, IN
    Date: June 20, 2015
    Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.
  2. Guest: Emily Ann Wykoff | BedfordIN
    Date: June 18, 2015
    Love Always
  3. Guest: Bob and Reva Hudson | BedfordIN
    Date: June 17, 2015
    Our condolences to all his family.
  4. Guest: Jan Terry Grow | Fairview, TN
    Date: June 12, 2015
    Doris, Patty & family....my deepest sympathy for the loss of Dudley. I always remember him cooking a huge pot of deer stew once at the Wilson Park Shelter House for all the gang that used to congregate at Jack's Bar on 16th Street in the early '70's. My Mom, Jean Terry, always thought so much of Dudley as well. He was a kind, generous and unique man with a charismatic soul to everyone. God's blessings and peace to the family.
  5. Guest: Cindy Gilbert Bailey | Mitchell, IN
    Date: June 12, 2015
    I worked with Dudley for many years at Hoosier Uplands. He had a new joke to tell everyday and he never missed a punchline. He always kept us entertained and fed us well with his wonderful cooking. Dudley was so special to all of us.
  6. Guest: Pat Romine | BEDFORD, IN
    Date: June 12, 2015
    If words of caring and concern could help heal your loss in some way, please know this is sent with such thoughts and prayers. May Dudley rest in The Lord's Love.
  7. Guest: Pam Phillips | Bedford
    Date: June 12, 2015
    Pat.............I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My heart goes out to you and your family.
  8. Guest: Mike Canfield | BloomingtonIndiana
    Date: June 12, 2015
    I knew Dudley to be very friendly and accommodating and I'll always remember him that way.
  9. Guest: rosemary nquackenbush | portcharlotteflorida
    Date: June 12, 2015
    condolences to the family of Dudley...he was always well liked and every one thought highly of him...............
  10. Guest: Teresa Saunders | Bedford, IN
    Date: June 12, 2015
    Patty, Amber, Aaron and family and friends, so very sorry for the loss you are feeling right now. I hope you can all celebrate his life with memories of the many times you have shared with him. I hope that peacefulness comes soon for all of you.
  11. Guest: maxine johnson | oaklawn, il
    Date: June 11, 2015
    Dudley has been in my life since the day I was born.....he was there always,he offered encouragement,advice,and love.....I loved the many times he and Doris,Patty,made trips to visit me and my family,he and Doris took my children for pictures with Santa,on one visit,I display those to this day.,I have missed those times since Dud became sick,but the memories ,the love the guidance I will carry with me for the rest of my life..I I know I will miss him always,but also know he is in a wonderful place...RIP I love you Maxine
  12. Guest: Helen and Pat Merchant | Bedford, IN
    Date: June 11, 2015
    This Earth has lost a grand soul. Dudley was a rare breed, and he will be missed by all who knew him. We are so thankful he was a part of our lives. Big hugs to the whole Wykoff clan. Our hearts go out to you all.
  13. Guest: Chris Johnson | Orleans, IN
    Date: June 11, 2015
    I worked with Dudley at Hoosier Uplands and have many good memories of his witty personality. I remember he was always happy and every day had a joke to tell. Always talked so highly of his family, Hoosier Uplands has not been the same since he retired. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Dudley....
  14. Guest: Shelley Smith | Heltonville, IN
    Date: June 11, 2015
    Pat & family, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Dad. It was obvious when you spoke of him how much you cared for him. Please know I'm thinking of all of you and have sent up prayers on your behalf. You are a dear friend and I'm hurting for you. Much love, Pat. - Shelley
  15. Guest: Kitty Tapp Brim | Lakeland, Florida
    Date: June 11, 2015
    Patty, I am sorry for your loss. He was always a nice person. Kitty Tapp

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