Dudley Dingmann

Dudley Joseph Dingmann, age 65, a resident of Webster died October 6, 2010 at his home. Dudley was born on May 23, 1945 to Robert and Genevieve (Patnaude) Dingmann in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Dudley graduated from Grantsburg High School in 1964. He was drafted in the US Army on November 2, 1965. He saw active duty as a tank operator known as a "Duster" in Vietnam and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, The Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. He was honorably discharged on May 25, 1967. He owned and operated the Black and Orange Bar in Webster from 1973 until 2003. During the last 5 years of that time he partnered with his brother, Don due to declining health. He was one of the longest term bar owners in Burnett County. He was known for his generous involvement in numerous causes. He was an avid horseman, a dalmation lover, and participated in and supported others who loved bowling. Dudley was plagued with many health issues most of his entire adult life, but still remained positive and helpful to others. Dudley was preceded in death by his parents, sister Roberta Dingmann and two sisters-in-law Jacquelyn (Jackie) Dingmann and Janet Dingmann; and his niece Michelle Dingmann. He is survived by his brothers and their wives, Don (Evie) Dingmann, Jim (Evie) Dingmann, and Bill (Jacqui) Dingmann. Dudley having no children of his own, his nieces and nephews were what made his life meaningful they are Lisa (Neil) Seliger, Bob (Esther) Dingmann, Ward (Anne) Dingmann, Jenny (Richard) Thomsen, Jim (Jenny) Dingmann, Neal Dingmann, Nick (Bonnie) Dingmann, and Craig (Tara) Dingmann; along with 15 great nieces and nephews which completed his joy. Memorial service Saturday, October 9, 2010; 11:00 AM St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with visitation from 9-11 AM at the church. Interment will be at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Spooner.