John “Jack” Dudley, 90, a resident of Laurium passed away peacefully on Friday, February 3, 2017 at his home.

He was born on August 31, 1926 in Lake Linden, Michigan to John S. and Beatrice (Vine) Dudley.

Jack attended Lake Linden High School graduating with the Class of 1944.

Following high school, Jack enlisted with the United States Army. He served his country for 32 years, having served in World War II, Korean War, and the Vietnam War.

Jack enjoyed spending time with his family. Together he and his wife, Jean, enjoyed traveling. They enjoyed going on rides through the Keweenaw, and spending time at their camp on Portage Lake.

On October 15, 1977, Jack married Jean (Hodges) Richards in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

He was a member of the William Giroux American Legion Post 90 in Lake Linden, and the Calumet V.F.W. Post #3900.

Jack is preceded in death by his parents; John S. and Beatrice Dudley; Sister, Evelyn Jacobs; Brother-in-law, John Jacobs, and a granddaughter; Jennifer.

He is survived by:
His loving wife: Jean of Laurium
Son: Jim (Doncie) Richards of Lake Linden
Daughters: Beatrice (Larry) Gonzalez of Colorado Springs, Colorado
Marion (Howard) Baulanger of Maiden Rock, Wisconsin

6 grandchildren
15 great grandchildren

And numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may visit the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home in Calumet on Monday, February 6, 2017 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 5:00 pm with Pastor Peter Vorhes to officiate.

Burial with Military Honors will take place in the spring at the Lake View Cemetery.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.ericksoncrowleypeterson.com

The Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home in Calumet is assisting the family with the arrangements.