Luginbuel Funeral Home of Vinita 918-256-5555, -- Bobby Dale Kuder, 82 year old resident of Pryor, died early Sunday, November 16, 2014 at the St. John Medical Center in Tulsa. He was born November 23, 1931 near Vinita, to Winrow Edward Kuder and Cleo Linda (Nelson) Kuder. Bobby graduated from Afton High School and attended NEO A&M College in Miami. He joined the United States Navy in 1950, serving until 1954, then rejoined in 1958 and retired in 1976 with over 22 years of service to his country. Bobby retired with the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer, and was an Aviation Electronic Technician. After retirement from the Navy he went to work for the Grand River Dam Authority as a technician for nearly 20 years, working at the pump back station, and Kerr Dam. Bobby married Patricia Lou Paddock on October 14, 1951 in Huntsville, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Albert and Leo Kuder. The family includes: his wife Patricia of the home; three sons, Gary Dale Kuder of Portland, Oregon, Michael Dale Kuder of Pryor, Chris Lee Kuder of Broken Arrow; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 2:00 PM at the Fairview Cemetery in Vinita, with the Reverend M. E. Cashen officiating. The military rites will be presented by the Miami Veterans Ritual Team. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemories.com. Arrangements are by the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Vinita.
Service Details
Thursday, November 20th, 2014 2:00pm, Fairview Cemetery - Vinita
Interment Details
Fairview Cemetery - Vinita