Rudolph L. "Rudy" Vostatek

Dr. Rudy Vostatek, DDS, 91, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 5, 2024. He was born May 16, 1933, in Powhatan Point, Ohio. After spending part of his youth in the Chicago area, Rudy moved to Shadyside, Ohio, where he went to high school and made life-long friends, spending the weekends working at his parents’ tavern. After high school, Rudy attended Ohio State University where he received his degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1957. While attending Ohio State, he became the first male carhop who worked for White Castle in Columbus, a distinction he always enjoyed relating to others. On October 4, 1958, Rudy married Stella Miric, who he met while she was working as a nurse at Ohio State. He went on to serve in the army for two years, stationed primarily in Ft. Lee, VA. After serving in the army, Rudy and Stella moved to Wapakoneta, Ohio, where Rudy practiced as a dentist for over 50 years and where they raised two beloved children, David and Lynda. Known for his laid-back personality, Rudy took great pleasure in spending time with family and friends. He was a former member of the Wapakoneta Country Club, and a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Aerie #691, and the Wapakoneta V.F.W. Post #8445, all of Wapakoneta. Rudy was also a member of the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association. He was an avid gardener, passionate fan of Ohio State University and Cleveland area sports teams and enjoyed reading and bowling. Rudy was preceded in death by his parents, Rudolph L. and Josephine (Slechta) Vostatek, son, David Vostatek, wife, Stella Vostatek, and sister, Agnes (Clyde) Hammond. He is survived by daughter, Lynda Vostatek, and many cherished nephews and nieces, to whom he was generous and kind, and all of whom will miss him dearly. There will be no visitation at this time. A private family ceremony will be held in the future. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society in honor of Mrs. Vostatek. Donate Today | The American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of the Eley funeral Home & Crematory, Wapakoneta, where condolences may be expressed at www.eleyfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

Rudolph L. "Rudy" Vostatek

May 16, 1933 - September 5, 2024