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Dudley Jay Homelvig
1.3.1956 - June 22, 2024

Place of Birth: Dickinson, North Dakota
 Residence: Ross, North Dakota
 Age: 68

Tim Hynek (Broomfield, CO)
Jun 25, 2024
Jean and I wish our life paths had crossed with yours more frequently and we had known Dudley better. Our deepest sympathy.
Mo (Nome, AK)
Jun 25, 2024
Karla - am so very sad for you, Tyler, and Staci. Sending much love and prayers; praying God’s grace and peace will give some comfort.
Miranda Musich (Nome, AK)
Jun 25, 2024
I'm very sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Homelvig. He was a significant part of my formative years in high school, and he had a positive impact on hundreds, if not thousands, of students over the years. My condolences to Karla and their kids.
Lance and Stephanie Johnson (Talkeetna, AK)
Jun 25, 2024
Our best thoughts go out to you at this time. Dudley was well thought of and made such positive impacts on the youth and adults he engaged with. He left his mark in this world and many benefit as a result. Blessings to all of you, and we wish the best during this challenging time.
Ardyth Potter (Maquoketa, Iowa)
Jun 26, 2024
Karla, Tyler and Stacie, Sorry to hear of Dudley's passing. I first met Dudley when I worked with students in his classroom. He expected students to follow the rules or accept the consequences. The students knew his 2 required rules to stay on his (good side) - hat off and in your seat when the bell rings. I always enjoyed watching him work with the kids when they wrestle. He was in his element when those kids were on the mat.
Dave, Elizabeth,Tate and Maya Coler (Nome, Alaska )
Jun 26, 2024
Praying for you all.
Mike and Leslie Swenson (Fairbanks, AK)
Jun 26, 2024
We were so sorry to hear about Dudley. Know our thoughts and prayers are with you, Karla, Tyler, and Staci.
David and Lori (Nome)
Jun 26, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. He lived a full and fun life full of service and adventure that most can only dream of. When my time comes I hope to leave this life in much the same fashion quick and within days after spending my time with those I love and working outdoors.
For those he left behind, especially Karla I am so sorry. But I believe your time apart is but a short heartbeat then your life together will go on.
Sandi L Bates (Bismarck, ND)
Jun 26, 2024
Julie - i so remember your “big brother” who then became Mr. Homelvig when he coached the speech team. Gentle giant indeed, with a twinkle in his eye and the small smile every time a joke went over well. We had so much fun when he helped direct the school play “The Mouse That Roared.” Great memories of a great place to grow up with a family like yours. You will be in my thoughts.
Matilda Larson (Canton, NY)
Jun 26, 2024
Karla, Tyler and Staci - This evening I learned from my parents about Dudley's passing. My sincerest condolences to you all.

Your husband and dad was one of my favorite teachers at Nome Beltz High School; he was an instrumental teacher to me. One of the most valuable classes I took as a junior was his public reading and speaking class. The fundamentals I learned in that class are used by me regularly in my profession; I have Mr. Homelvig to thank for that.

Staci and Tyler you may not remember me, but I used to babysit for you when I lived down the street from your home in Nome. One evening when your mom came home, she told me that one of you referred to your dad as "Dadly" a combination of his name and role in your life. I often thought of that name while raising my own two sons when they were learning to speak.

Rest in Peace, Mr. Homelvig; you will be missed.
Shannon and Mark Hunt (Falmouth, Maine)
Jun 26, 2024
Dear Karla, we are so very sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. We are thinking of you and your family.
Christine Schultz (Nome, AK)
Jun 26, 2024
Dear Karla, I’m so sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. You, Tyler and Staci are in my prayers. I’m sending a huge hug from my family to yours, with all of my love. Christine
Carol Piscoya (Nome, Alaska)
Jun 26, 2024
Karla, so very very sorry. Cherish your memories of Dudley and this will help get you through each day.
Love you,
Carol
Jason Omedelina (Nome, Ak)
Jun 28, 2024
Thanks for being a great coach, teacher and mentor. Your memory will live in the thousands of kids you have made a positive impact on over the years while you were living in Nome.
Brandon Ahmasuk (Nome, AK)
Jun 28, 2024
My sincerest condolences to Dudley's family. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. Like so many others here in Nome Dudley was also a teacher of mine as well as my wrestling coach. Not only did I have the honor of being coached by Dudley but I was also honored to watch him coach my son. Dudley showed great passion for what he taught, he was one of my favorite teachers both in the classroom and on the mat. Dudley accomplished so many things in life, the mold was definitely broke after he came along. I have so many fond memories of Dudley and wrestling trips, they are some of my favorite. Dudley played a big part in who I am today. He was a great man and he will truly be missed be all that knew him.
Brenda & Randy Jarmin (Stanley, ND)
Jun 28, 2024
Karla and family, we are so very sorry to hear of Dudley’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen (Miller) Gerbig (Amidon, ND)
Jun 28, 2024
To the Homelvig family. I grew up just 1 mile from Curt, Marie and family. Our parents and my Grandpa Miller took turns taking us to school in Amidon for several years. Lots of memories growing up. I will donate to the Bowman High School wrestling team where Dudley wrestled. Our son wrestled for the Bulldogs and grandsons still doing the same. God Bless you all.
Troy Walker (Nome, AK)
Jun 30, 2024
Karla and kids, I often remember of my final match at state and then crying with Coach while hugging for our first and last time. As seeing him smile down on the mats at state is as listening to him talk and answering of life lessons of books he has read. The bar was set with his expectations of grading levels and brought into life of yourself. I hope you read aloud my quest of life in 1969 black Chevy Nova biography soon. All you can eat Coach
Dave, Elizabeth,Tate and Maya Coler (Nome, Alaska )
Jul 1, 2024
Praying for you all.
Dave, Elizabeth,Tate and Maya Coler (Nome, Alaska )
Jul 1, 2024
Praying for you all.
Jim Ferguson (Port Huron, Michigan)
Jul 2, 2024
Dear Karla, I'm so sorry to hear of Dudley's passing. I have wonderful memories of you both from our days in Nome. I must say while sad at this news I'm suddenly having a laugh as I recall Dudley accompanying his wrestling kids in to clinic for their sports physicals and humorously suggesting I put them down at the most favorable weight possible...he was trying to "pull one over" on me of course.
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace
Jim Ferguson
Jerry and Joy Glynn (Palmer , Alaska )
Jul 3, 2024
Respected Coach and advocate of Alaska Wrestling. He contributed much. Godspeed coach.
Arlen Faris
Jul 9, 2024
I was so sorry to hear of Dudley's passing. We were high school classmates, football teammates, and good friends. So much time has passed but I was looking forward to seeing Dudley at our 50th year HS Graduation reunion later this year. Such an interesting life! I had so many questions for him. My regards and sympathies to all who knew and loved him.