HAMPSTEAD — Franklin Wendell “Frank” Durdle, 85, passed away Monday, March 12, 2018, at his home in the warm embrace of his family.
He was born Nov. 24, 1932, in Delavan, Ill., the son of John Durdle and Frances Jibben Durdle.
Frank served his country with honor and distinction as a senior master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, he retired after a career that spanned almost 21 years.
Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Mary (Canada); children, Nick, Deborah, and her husband, Gordon, and Dennis; five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and brother, John Durdle.
Together, with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Durdle.
A service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 15, at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 3302 S. College Road, Wilmington. Inurnment will follow at 2 p.m. in Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery. A rendering of full military honors will be presented in recognition of Frank’s honorable and faithful service.
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