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Howard RUDE Obituary
"Sonny"
HOWARD "SONNY" R. RUDE, 80, of Springfield, passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 28, 2020, at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born on November 26, 1940, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of the late Howard H. and Gertrude (Shelton) Rude.
Howard retired from International Harvester in 2010 after 51 years of service. He was a member of Possum Road Church of God for over 60 years where he sang in the choir, frequently singing his own songs during services. He was also a member of Elderly United
Senior Services. Howard was an avid chess, checkers, and
dominos player. Survivors include his four children, Howard Dale (Deborah) Rude of Springfield, Alan Keith Rude of Utica, Michigan, Karen Faye Scott and Rosetta Deanne Rude both of Springfield; one sister, Sherry Jennings of Springfield; one brother, Jerry (Robin) Rude of Springfield; seven grandchildren, Matthew Scott, Brandon Scott, Nathan (Amanda) Rude, Megan Rude, Jordan Scott, Austin Rude and Cody Luallen; one great-grandson, Braydon Scott; his dog, "Heidi" and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Alice Faye (Earles) Rude in May of 2003. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2020, from 10-11 am in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. A Memorial Service will begin at 11 am in the funeral home with Brother Norman Claypool officiating. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. The family is asking for everyone to please wear their mask and social distance. You may
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Charles Smiddy
December 10, 2020
I have never known a more gentle soul than Sonny. His gentleness hid a man of very strong character. Those who knew him will greatly miss him and the gentleness he always displayed. Sorry for the grief and loss that Sherry , Jerry and the families are feeling right now. But I rejoice that Sonny is with his parents and mine and my sisters and especially with Jesus, our Lord and Savior!
Diana Lynn Fuller
December 9, 2020
Sherry, Jerry and family. I was sad to read of your brother's passing. I always loved your Mom, Gertie and miss our talks. I've heard your names mentioned often when speaking to Gertie and of course met you Sherry and Jerry. Please know you are in my thoughts, Diana Runyan Fuller
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