Lonnie Bert Dudley, 85, of Pataskala, passed away on Tuesday, July 20. 2021 at his residence. He was born on February 26, 1936 in Columbus, OH, a son to the late James and Maggie (Graybeal) Dudley. Lonnie was employed with Columbus Showcase for 43 years and a member of the New England Masonic Lodge #0004. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Wanetta; children, David (Dianna) and Karen (Michael) Thurston; grandchildren, Nick, Scott Snyder, Mary Ann Gibson, Matthew Thurston and Keegan Thurston; six great-grandchildren; sister, Virginia Smith and many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2021 at KAUBER-FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, 289 S. Main St., Pataskala, OH 43062. Masonic Lodge service will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, concluding calling hours. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Calvin Alexander officiating. Interment will follow at Glen Rest Memorial Estate.
