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South Hadley, MA - Thomas R. Rudzik, age 87, of Southampton, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born in Holyoke, son of the late Joseph Rudzik, Sr. and Elizabeth (Partyka) Rudzik, and was a 1956 graduate of the former Sacred Heart High School in Holyoke. Tom was a member the Massachusetts National Guard, he worked for Food Mart as a produce manager, worked as a realtor for Edmund G. Woods and had retired from the Holyoke Fire Department in 1982. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Barbara (Johnson) Rudzik who he married on June 7, 1958. Tom leaves three children: Diane Morisi, Thomas Rudzik, Jr., and his wife Debora, and Terri Hewes; three grandchildren: Elaina Morisi, Anthony Morisi and Matthew Hewes, and many nieces and nephews. Tom enjoyed golf, baseball, hunting, fishing and nature photography. He was a member of the Holyoke, Springfield and Easthampton Photography Clubs, the Massachusetts Firefighters Association, was a life member of the Holyoke Lodge of Elks and belonged to the East Mountain Golf League. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph Rudzik, Jr., Robert Rudzik, Paul Rudzik and Richard Rudzik. All services are private. The Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
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Shannon & George Wade
January 14, 2026
Barbara, we are saddened to hear of Tom's passing and want to thank you for being good neighbors. We have missed you since you moved. May you find peace in your memories of Tom, I know we will. Sincerely, Shannon and George Wade
Rick Maher (Springfield/Chicopee MA) currently Port St Lucie FL
January 14, 2026
Dear Barbara & Family - Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Time passes quickly as we recall our youthful days with Bobby Jr. at Auntie Rita/Uncle Bob's on Clarendon. May the joy you shared and fond memories keep you all close. God bless. (Charles/Carolyn Maher family)
Tina Washington
January 10, 2026
Barbara, so very sorry to hear about Toms passing, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family!
Tina and Tom Washington
Tony and Sandy
January 10, 2026
Barbara, family, so sorry to hear of Tom's passing, a special guy, cousin, and friend.
I hope there's a place in Heaven to take photo and fish.
May he rest in peace
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Gail & Mike Kowalewski
January 10, 2026
Barbara...so sorry to hear about Tom. You and your family are in our prayers.
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