George *Bud* Dutmers' Obituary
George C. Dutmers Bud, age 79, of the Chain of Lakes of Waupaca, WI, passed away Friday, August 8th, 2008 at the Crystal River Nursing Home in Waupaca. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on October 21, 1928, the son of George and Thelma (Crowley) Dutmers. Bud married Thelma Christensen on April 29, 1950. She preceded him in death on March 20, 2002. Bud was an avid outsdoorsman who loved sharing his knowledge of hunting and fishing. He worked as an award-winning state sales manager for Capper Publications for many years before becoming a big-rig driver for Ruan Transport Corp., from which he retired after more than 20 years of service. During his retirement, Bud satisfied his love for driving and penchant for helping people by serving as a volunteer driver for the Waupaca County Transportation Services for over 10 years, often transporting clients six or seven days per week.. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by Son: Gary (Marsha) Dutmers, Loveland, CO; Daughter: Patti Swaziek, Madison, WI; Grandchildren: John Swaziek, Waupaca, WI; Patrick (Colleen) Dutmers, Tacoma, WA; Matthew (Melissa) Dutmers, Fort Collins, CO; Anne (John) Wieten, Denver, CO. Great Grandchildren: Kylie Swaziek, Waupaca, WI; Sydney, Avery & Ellie Wieten, Denver, CO. Bud is further survived by numerous brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Thelma. A Private Family Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca assisted the family. A memorial has been established to the American Lung Association in Bud's name.
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