Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend CDR. Marton Jozsef Dundics (Ret., USN) peacefully passed away on August 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. An engineer, inventor, entrepreneur, and retired U.S. Navy Commander, Marton dedicated more than five decades to advancing technologies that improved the performance and reliability of complex machinery in both commercial industry and naval systems. Following a 20+ year distinguished Navy career, he founded and led Dundics Enterprises, Inc. (The DEI Group), published technical research, held a U.S. patent, and remained passionately engaged in engineering innovation throughout his life.

Born in Budapest, Hungary on September 27, 1945, young Marton developed an early love of tennis. Immigrating from Hungary during the Hungarian Uprising against the Soviets in 1956, Marton’s family ultimately settled in Mt. Lebanon, PA, where he developed into an accomplished tennis player and concert pianist. Marton attended Florida State University on a tennis scholarship, graduating in 1968 with a Bachelor of Arts in Physics with a minor in Philosophy and soon joined the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. His 20+ years in the Navy fueled a lifelong passion for optimizing ship and machinery performance. Marton met Victoria Murphy on a Mt. Lebanon tennis court in 1966, beginning a remarkable 61-year relationship. Married for 56 years, they built a life centered on family and strong military friendships. They raised three children and delighted in the joys of four grandchildren.

Though respected for his accomplishments as an engineer, inventor, and naval officer, Marton's greatest pride was his family. He cherished summers at Bethany Beach, Navy football tailgates, cheering on his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers, and gathering with family at holidays. Affectionately known as “Sweetie” to family and close friends, Marton was a true Renaissance man whose life reflected a passion for art, music, engineering, and above all, love. Family and friends will fondly remember his famous Hungarian dishes, beach daiquiris, and made-to-order omelets that became a cherished tailgate tradition. Whether tending his garden, relaxing at the beach, or enjoying the music of Jimmy Buffett, Marton embraced life with enthusiasm, gratitude, and a generous spirit. He rarely missed a birthday, sporting event, recital, or opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of those he loved.

Marton is survived by Victoria, his wife of 56 years, children Gabrielle Campbell (Michael), Mary Alex Blanton (Jake), and Marty Dundics, grandchildren Madeleine Campbell, Sean Campbell, Luke Blanton, and Beckett Blanton, and brothers Desi Dundics (Gail) and Laszlo Dundics (Kim). Marton is predeceased by his parents Marton and Yolanda Dundics.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, whose compassionate care and support meant so much to Marton and his family, or to Johns Hopkins Pancreatic Cancer Research, where the team is seeking to find paths to early diagnosis. Donations may be made at: https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/ or https://pathology.jhu.edu/pancreas/donate