John Fudge

John Fudge, born in New Lebanon, Ohio November 13th, 1938, the youngest son of the late Frederick W. and Mary Louise (Tullis) Fudge. He was also preceded in death by his step-mother, Ruth E. Fudge and by two older brothers, Malcolm T. Fudge and David C. Fudge.  He is survived by his wife, Thelma I. Fudge of Venice Florida, daughter Melinda Nickell, son Andy Fudge, grandson Jesse Nickell, granddaughter Moira Fudge, great-granddaughter Charlotte Nickell and sister Dottie Farrell (Bill) all of Ohio. He is also survived by three step children and seven step grandchildren. John was most proud of his family and was a super Ohio State Buckeye fan!  John was a corporate accountant for a number of years, and was retired from the State of Ohio as an accountant and fiscal agent. He finished his career as an Office manager with H&R Block, both in Dayton Ohio and Venice Florida.  He was a past District Governor of Lions Clubs International with his district encompassing southwestern Ohio.  He was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel in recognition of his service to his community, state and nation, and served as Chairman of the Greater Dayton Area Hike-for-the-Handicapped.  A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Twin Valley Cemetery, Enterprise Road, West Alexandria, OH.  Lindloff-Zimmerman Funeral Home, West Alexandria, OH is assisting with arrangements.  Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindloff-zimmerman.com