Robert E. Duddy, age 90, left this world on Saturday February 18th, 2023 surrounded by his family.


He was born August 21st. 1932, in Elmo, Kansas to John and Margaret (Brickner) Duddy. Robert married Carolyn McElfresh on May 18th, 1963 in Abilene, KS. Due to renovations of the St. Andrews Church, the couple said their vows in the school's cafeteria and would have been married 60 years this May 2023.


Robert served his country in the Korean War then returned to serve an additional 30 years in civil service at Fort Riley. He enjoyed a good bargain and especially liked it when his family had use for one of his finds.


Robert is survived by his wife, Carolyn and their children; Patrick Duddy and Brenda (David Rikard) Gunder; grandson Paul Gunder and grandniece Destiny (Tim) McGaha.


Robert was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Francis and Charles; sisters Dorothy, Catherine, and Irene.


A graveside service will be held Saturday March 4th at 1:00pm at the Mount Saint Joseph Cemetery in Abilene, Kansas.


An expression of sympathy can be made in honor of Robert Duddy ℅ St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, 311 S. Buckeye Ave, Abilene, KS, 67410.