Rudolph Valentino Regalado May 21, 1930 - February 12, 2018 San Diego On February 12, Rudy Regalado was called up to God's major league. One of the few to play in the College World Series, World Series, Caribbean Series and Junior World Series, Rudy's family and baseball were his passions. Born in Los Angeles to Manuel and Maria, Rudy grew up with siblings Nellie (Sepulveda), Greg, Ernest and Salvador. He played for USC, the Cleveland Indians (hitting .333 in the 1954 World Series), and the San Diego Padres. After hanging up his cleats, Rudy worked for 25 years at XETV Channel 6. Rudy also gave back to his country and community - serving in the Korean war, coaching little league and raising funds for Catholic charities. But the highlight of his life (after meeting the Pope, of course) was meeting Marilyn Hall in 1954. Rudy and Marilyn shared 57 loving years of marriage and were blessed with 3 sons - Perry (Roberta), Gary (Lisa) and Rudy (Jacki) - and one perfect granddaughter, Sydney. Rudy will be missed by his large, loveable lot of extended family members and wonderful friends, especially those in his adopted hometowns of San Diego and Borrego Springs. Services at 11:00 a.m. March 17 at St. Richard's Catholic Church in Borrego Springs. Take two and hit to right, Rudy!

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 25, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Rudolph Regalado

18 Entries

Manuel Regalado

October 14, 2020

I will miss you Uncle Rudy my Dad always talked to me about you and his brothers and sisters and GRANDMA and GRANDPA with so much RESPECT and LOVE for all

alan

October 8, 2020

As a kid in 1958 at Westgate Park I remember fans yelling Tee Off Rudy !!
I still say that today to my golfing friends out on the course just for fun even though I have lived in Nor Cal for 48 years.
Tee Off Rudy !!!

February 20, 2019

Very sorry for the lost of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength. 2 cor. 1:4

Doug Wilkie

June 28, 2018

Rudy was my baseball coach, and I think about him all the time. He was a great coach and taught me so much. More than just baseball. He was a great guy. I feel incredibly fortunate to have known Rudy and his wonderful family. To Rudy Jr and Perry, I am so sorry for your loss. My Dad passed a couple years ago and I hope they're up they're playing pepper and talking baseball!

Robert Regalado

April 10, 2018

My uncle Rudy was a great man that helped alot people. He was the best uncle ever. Great baseball player and he was great family man. I loved him dearly and he will always remembered. Miss u uncle Rudy.

Joey Regalado

April 9, 2018

My uncle was the best uncle in the hole wide world ,gonna miss him.love you uncle Rudy.

cher conner

March 17, 2018

Rudy was a kind gentle man who always had a smile and a blessing for everyone he greeted. He will be remembered by so many of us

Tom Creamer

March 15, 2018

Too far, too old, to make services. Rudy, myself and Dr. Jim Grant played in the 1964 Over-The-Line Tournament together. Was a great memory. Would you please have one of the boys call me. I have a photo I want to share with the family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. - Tom Creamer (619) 269-6960.

SHARI ADAMS

March 4, 2018

WE HAVE SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES OF YOU, RUDY AND THE BOYS..ALL THE WONDERFUL TIMES TOGETHER. I FEEL SO BLESSED TO HAVE HAD YOU ALL IN OUR LIVES. HOPE HE AND MY HAPPER ARE HAVING A VERY COLD BEER TOGETHER. MUCH LOVE AND MANY PRAYER TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Mary Sadek

March 3, 2018

Remembering Rudy with Love

.....As he beautifully read at the wedding of his son Rudy to our daughter Jacki ❤
St Paul's 1st letter to the Corinthians 13:8-13

Jim & Kathy Dice

March 1, 2018

Rudy was one of the nicest people I ever met. He was never too busy to help out Borrego Springs Little League and the Borrego Springs High School baseball program. One of the most fun evenings I ever spent was a BSLL fund-raising dinner where Rudy and Roger Craig talked about their careers in baseball. Marilyn, Kathy's and my hearts and prayers go out to you.

John Fry

March 1, 2018

In 1957, when I was 14 going on 11, I listened to the Pacific Coast League San Diego Padres on my crystal set -- and Rudy Regalado was my favorite player. Eight years later I was interning at the Washburn and Justice Ad Agency and Rudy walked in the door representing XETV Channel 6. It was like I was meeting the pope.

Will Andrews

February 28, 2018

I knew him as Mr. Regalado, my little league baseball coach and father of my teammates Perry, Gary and Rudy. What a wonderful, kind man. I didn't know at the time what an incredible baseball teacher I had. A lot of the love for baseball that I developed can be attributed to his coaching. I am happy that he enjoyed a long and meaningful life.

Will Andrews

SF Giants and Padres

John D'Acquisto

February 28, 2018

Knowing Rudy was a true pleasure. What a great man and baseball man. When I was a kid growing up in San Diego I use to see Rudy at my games. He was close with my father and he help me with baseball. It saddens me to hear of this. Our Condolences go out to Rudy's Family with prayers for Rudy and family...RIP my friend and thanks for what you did for me.

Mike Stephenson

February 26, 2018

Marilyn, Perry, Gary, Rudy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rudy was a tremendous influence in my life. His interest in helping teach me the ropes were a major factor in my professional life. I think of him and you all fondly and often. A good man and a fine gentleman.
Mike Stephenson

Timothy Smith

February 25, 2018

Marilyn, we remember the many great times we spent together. Rudy is a man who will be missed by many. We're not sure if GOD will advise that he "take two and hit to right", but who knows, Rudy's been traded to the ANGELS.

Tim and Alice Smith

Scott Lee

February 25, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Regalado Family. Rudy was a dear
Friend of My Father, Bob Lee, Rudy lived with my Family a winter or two during the off season when he was playing for the Padres and the Seattle Rainers. He remained a dear Friend for many years I last spoke with Rudy a few years ago and I am sorry I lost contact with him He was always a true gentleman and Dear Friend. .

Mark MacCarthy

February 25, 2018

Perry Gary and Rudy, I'm sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. As the Obituary says, he's now been called up to the highest level and continues to hit line drives into the gaps... Rest in Paradise!!

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