Rudy was born at home in Franklin, NJ on October 10, 1948. He was a lifelong Sussex County resident. Rudy worked most of his career as a laborer with Laborer’s Union 913. He worked as a truck driver for the Sussex County Road Department just prior to retiring in 2007.
Rudy loved the outdoors, particularly when he was able to hunt and fish. He was a very proud grandfather to his three grandchildren. Rudy also loved his dogs dearly, especially Susie who he was known to take everywhere with him.
Rudy was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Annis (Hammond) Rude. He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Rude; his sons, Warren Rude, Jr. and wife, Dianne, and Raymond Rude; his cherished grandchildren, Rachael Rude (Cole Lewis), Samantha Rude (Curtis Paton), and Matthew Rude; and his sister, Isabel Rude.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4 pm to 6 pm on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Smith-McCracken Funeral Home, 63 High St, Newton, NJ. A prayer service will begin at 6 pm on Tuesday at the funeral home.
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