Published 4:33 pm Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Dr. James Deas Krudop, PhD, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his loving family. Dr. Krudop was a man of faith and integrity that loved his family and community deeply.
Dr. Krudop was a lifelong resident of Andalusia and graduated from Andalusia High School in 1965. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Auburn University in 1969. He received a Master of Arts Degree in 1973 and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in 1975 from The University of Alabama.
Dr. Krudop’s career in education served over a span of 50 years where 40 of them were at Lurleen B. Wallace Community College, impacting the lives of many students, families, colleagues and the community. His commitment to his community extended to actively serving in several organizations, including First Baptist Church Andalusia, Rotary Club, Andalusia City Council, Andalusia Chamber of Commerce, Andalusia High School Scholarship Foundation, Andalusia Health Services Board, LBW Foundation, Camp ASCCA, Auburn University College of Education National Alumni Council (ENGAGE) and many state and national professional organizations.
Dr. Krudop strived to help others achieve their full potential and has received many accolades that echo his service to the community and state educational system.
The City of Andalusia is honoring Dr. Jim Krudop for his service to Andalusia and being on the city council for two terms by placing the city flag at half-staff.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Hollace Moore Krudop; daughters, Dr. Ashley Krudop Powell (Kyle Justin) and Dr. Hadyn Krudop Swecker (Bart Anthony); grandchildren, Sara Frances (Francie) Powell, Foster Deas Powell, Adeline (Addie) Lorraine Powell, Clifton James Swecker, and Oliver Johnson Swecker; sisters-in-law, Lynn G. Krudop and Denise Krudop; brother-in-law Alex R. Moore; and a nephew, Chandler Thomas Moore.
Dr. Krudop was preceded in death by his mother and father, Bellaire and Sara Frances Krudop; brothers, Richard French and Bellaire Ballard Krudop; grandson, Peanut Powell; and father and mother-in-law, Thomas C. and Mavis B. Moore.
Visitation was held Monday, April 7, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Foreman Brown Funeral Home. A funeral service took place at First Baptist Church Andalusia on Tuesday, April 8, at 10:30 a.m. with visitation 30 minutes prior. The graveside service was at Andalusia Memorial Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ziba Anderson, Joe McDanal, Larry Avery, Wayne Bennett, Earl Johnson, Larry Newton, Terry Powell, and Ward Taylor.
Honorary pallbearers was the Andalusia High School Class of 1965.
Memorial contributions may be made to: First Baptist Church Andalusia, P.O. Box 788; Andalusia, AL 36420, or to the Auburn University Foundation; College of Education Foundation Office of Gifts and Records; 317 S. College St.; Auburn, AL 36849; or the LBW Community College Foundation; P.O. Box 1418; Andalusia, AL 36420.
Dr. Krudop’s legacy of faith, education and community service will be remembered and inspire generations to come.
Those wishing to sign the online registry may do so at foremanfuneralhome.com
Source: Andalusia Star
