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Dudley Brian Christian

1944 — Jul 6, 2026

Temple, PA

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Dudley Brian Christian, 82, of Temple, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at his home. He was the loving husband to Catherine Louise (Focht) Christian for over 50 years of marriage before her passing on March 22, 2026.


He enlisted in the Navy as a Radioman stationed in Sidi Yahia, Morocco. Immediately after, he hitch-hiked across Europe before returning home. Most of his career was spent at Conestoga Telephone as a lineman and PBX installer. After retirement, he thoroughly enjoyed going to casinos with his wife and going out to eat. Other hobbies included playing guitar, fishing, and being a HAM radio operator.


Dudley is survived by his children, Brian Christian and Michele Christian. He is also survived by his brother, John Christian and sister, Andrea Ignatosky.


Graveside service for Dudley will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Pleasant View Cemetery, 650 Fritztown Road, Sinking Spring, PA 19608. Funeral Procession to gather at 12:30 PM at Bean Funeral Home, 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring, PA 19608, to depart at 12:45 PM.


In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Dudley's name to the Miller-Keystone Blood Center at https://www.giveapint.org/financial-contribution/


Online guestbook and condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

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