Alexander Richard Duda, 74, died at his home of over 42 years in Mansfield Township on February 16, 2014. Born in Lyndhurst, NJ, Al wa sthe son of the late Alexander and Helen Duda of Hackettstown. Al is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Theresa Duda; his daughter, Sharon Duda and her husband, Dan Davis and their daughter, Maya, of Annandale; and his son-in-law Mike Dox, of Annandale. Al lost his daughter, Denise Duda Dox, to a long illness in May 2013. Al had 6 siblings: Edward deceased in 1982; Kenneth deceased in 2006; Richard of Lake Shawnee; Robert of Saylorsburg, Pa; Elizabeth “Sue” Farr of Salt Lake City, UT; and Terrie Duda Harris of Santa Fe, NM. Al is also survived by 14 nieces and nephews and 20 grand nieces and nephews.
Al graduated Netcong High School in 1958 and joined the U.S. Army shortly thereafter. He served honorably, primarily in Korea, and was on the Army Pistol Team where he developed a love for target shooting that became a lifelong passion. Al belonged to the NJ Rifle & Pistol Association, the Shongum Sportsman Association, the American Trap Association, the Harrisburg Hunters and Anglers Club, and the Old Bridge Rifle & Pistol Club. Al won 6 American championships in Dayton, OH and 12 national pistol challenges in Canton, OH. Al graduated Fairleigh Dickinson University with a BS in accounting and had a long career with Bristol Myers Squibb.
Al was a family man, a sportsman, a son, a brother, a father, a grandfather, always a friend, and will be in our hearts forever.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 from 10 – 11:30 am at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Services to follow at 11:30 am with Father George Dudak officiating.
For those desiring donations may be made to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice, 99 Sparta Avenue, Newton, NJ 07860 in memory of Al.
Condolences:
Susan Kent Burba
#9
February 21st, 2014 7:46 pm
To The Duda Family, So sorry to hear about Al, he was a good friend as all the Duda's were!! Growing up in Budd Lake, they were our neighbors and classmates!! Spent much time at their home and have wonderful memories!!!
Connie Del Vecchio
#8
February 21st, 2014 6:35 pm
My thoughts, prayers and love go out to the Duda family, they are family to me. Rest in peace Al, you are now with your daughter. God bless you all.
Shari Duda Austin
#7
February 19th, 2014 7:26 pm
Aunt Terry and Sharon,
So sorry to hear of Uncle Al's passing. Although years and miles have kept us separated, my Duda relatives are in my thoughts, prayers and heart always. Praying that God will give you all strength during such a sad and difficult time.
Love, Shari , Grady and Julianna
Frank Davis (friend from Shongum)
#6
February 19th, 2014 5:06 pm
Al -
It was an honor to know you and I enjoyed our time together. I hope that God sneaks lots of white birds in there for you when you are running 25's out on that big trap field in the sky. God bless. Frank
Kellie Ann Keyes
#5
February 19th, 2014 2:07 pm
Sharon, saying a special prayer for you and your family during such a sad, sad time. I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Rest in peace. Blessed be. Kellie Ann Keyes
Jeff Duda
#4
February 19th, 2014 7:39 am
Al our Love & Prayers will always be with you,just as you will always be in our hearts, memories & never forgotten, love you Cousin !
Kerry Adams
#3
February 18th, 2014 4:16 pm
A prayer for a safe journey, peace and love be with you. It is comforting to know you and Denise will be together. A special prayer for the family during this time of deep sadness.
Lynne Patrice
#2
February 18th, 2014 10:51 am
My prayers,thoughts and sympathy for the entire Duda family.
Blessings,
Lynne Patrice
Bob Duda
#1
February 18th, 2014 7:09 am
May you sleep in peace with Denise, always in our hearts, say hello to Mom, Dad, Ed and Ken.
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