Paul (P.D.) Duda, age 90, of Millersport, Ohio passed away on February 24, 2023 in the comfort of his home. He was born in Camden, New Jersey on October 18, 1932 to the late John and Sylvia Duda and grew up with his two brothers, Jack and Homer Duda. Paul was enlisted into the Navy from 1950 - 1953 and served in the Korean War. He then attended Auburn University from 1953 - 1959 where he obtained his master's degree in civil engineering. Paul worked for IBM the majority of his professional career and retired in 1993, after retiring he started a family business Daughter and Duda trucking.
In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his loving wife, Billie Eileen; sons, Michael Duda, Sinclair Duda and grandson, Joshua David Dye.
Paul is survived by his children, Gerald Duda, Sharon K. Dye; grandchildren, Anthony Wayne (Alex Egger) Dye, Alissa (Ian) Gilroy-Garafolo, Jamie (Trent) Mason, Shannon Duda, Lisa Alcantara, great-grandchildren, Tea Corbin, Halie Alcantara, Ethan Alcantara, Kayleanna Hill, David Paul Dye, Audrey Avery Rose Dye, Lincoln Paul Gilroy-Garafolo, Oliver Mason, Madison Mason, Christopher Duda and great-great grandchild, A'miri Pickens; along with many other family and friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, March 5, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at The Garafolo Household, 4530 Lawrence Road NW, Baltimore, Ohio 43105. Flowers may be sent to the Garafolo home and will be shared with the family.
Paul will be missed by all who knew him. Cheers!
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Paul's memory to Fairfield Hospice.
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