Mrs. Franca Maria Dudley

Mrs. Franca Maria Dudley, age 85 of McDonough, Georgia passed away June 6, 2024. She was born in Vicenza, Italy to the late Mr. Federici Dall’Amico and the late Mrs. Maria Rinaldini. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, William (Billy) R. Dudley, and her two sisters, Margherita, and Lara Dall’Amico. In addition to being a full-time mother, Mrs. Dudley worked for various retail organizations throughout her life, including Hallmark, Ethan Allen, Rich’s, and Mikasa. Mrs. Dudley was also an avid contributor to St. Jude, ASPCA, and Shriners International. She is survived by her children, Margaret (Larry, deceased) Neville of Jenkinsburg, Paula McKool of McDonough, Karen Wilkerson of McDonough, Eric (Shelly) Dudley of Venice, Florida; grandchildren, Christopher Wilkerson, Stephanie Wilkerson, Ashley (Matthew) Richardson, Rachel (Matt) Little, David (Blanca) McKool, and Jackson Dudley; great-grandchildren, Ryan Little, Mason Little, Emilie Richardson, Barrett Little, and Oliver Richardson; her brother, Giorgio (Silvana) Dall’Amico of Vicenza, Italy, and sister, Paola (Giorgio) Galvanelli of Vicenza, Italy; along with many nieces and nephews. There will be a small gathering for family members and inurnment will be at Eastlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital in memory of Mrs. Dudley.