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Sara Rudd Obituary
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 62 years, Barry Rudd, who was the love of her life. They met and married after attending the University of Texas.
She is survived by her daughters, Penny Lee Rudd and her husband, Harold Little; Ann Rudd McCorquodale and her husband, Rex; Connie Rudd Holmes and her husband, Michael; eight grandchildren, Charles Kennon, Barry Rudd Kennon, Claudia Feaster, Scott Worster, Erin Worster Stephens, Knox McCorquodale, Courtney Cain and Christen Cain; 12 great-grandchildren, Daniel, Hannah, Rachel, Sarah, Joseph, Faith, Grace and Moriah Kennon, Evan Scott and Morgan Elizabeth Worster and Harrison and Blaine Feaster. She is also survived by one sister, Evelyn Wirth; one sister-in-law, Patty Rudd; eight nieces and nephews; and many other friends who knew and loved her.
The family would also like to acknowledge her special caregiver, Sandra Kennedy, who lovingly cared for and was devoted to Sara for more than 20 years.
Sara loved her church and her friends, her bridge club and her poker club, in addition to her love of the stock market and politics. She managed her family business at the time of her husband's death.
Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. today, May 1, 2011, at Sullivan Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, May 2, 2011, at First Presbyterian Church of Waskom, Texas, with the Rev. Ed Bowman presiding. Interment will follow in Restland Cemetery in Waskom, Texas.
Pallbearers will be her grandchildren.
If desired, the family requests donations be made in memory of Sara to First Presbyterian Church of Waskom.
Please make condolences to the family at www.sullivan-funeralhome.com
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Babs Boykin Roggero
May 11, 2011
Connie,
We are never prepared for the loss of a parent and it is condolences from family and friends who make this difficult time a little easier to bear. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you honor and celebrate the life of your beloved mother. Sincerely, Babs
Cheryl Saunders
May 4, 2011
She was so beautiful and full of life. I remember class trips with her and my mother. She was so much fun to be with. My sympathy to all of you for your great loss, but especially to you, Ann. Love, Cheryl Saunders
Lelia Vaughan
May 2, 2011
Many fond memories of both Penny and Barry. Penny was always full of life and for that an inspiration. Thinking of you Connie, Ann, Penny and your families. Lelia Vaughan
Connie Hall Blondin
May 2, 2011
Penny, Ann, and Connie,
I have very fond childhood memories of you and the entire Rudd family. My condolences go to you. I'll be keeping you in my prayers.
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Ann Perkins
May 2, 2011
My condolence goes out to the Rudd family
Claude Dowden
May 1, 2011
Penny, Ann, Connie,
Please accept our most sincere condolences at the loss of your Mother. Nothing will ever replace her memory in your mind, but over the years the good memories will be what you cling to. Cherish those.
Claude & Pat Dowden
Cynthia Singleton Judge
May 1, 2011
Memories...what great memories I have of this special lady and friend. She was just FUN to be around, so generous and kind.
My love and sympathy,
Marsha Warren
April 30, 2011
So sorry to lose such a beautiful lady. Mike & Marsha Warren
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