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FRANK A. RUDA, 66, died 2-21-14 at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. He was born 06-15-47 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Frank A. Ruda, Sr. and Catherine Solomond. He was a veteran of Vietnam War, having served 3 tours in the United States Marine Corp. He was an ironworker/boilermaker, construction worker and resident of Ft. Pierce for 30 years. He retired from long- haul trucking in 2006 to Live Oak, FL. He enjoyed building custom Harley's, helping others, his dogs and his home. Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Susan Ruda, 2 daughters, Miranda Dean and Michelle Ruda, his son, Frank Hamilton, 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. A memorial picnic and motorcycle run will be held Sunday, March 30, 2014 from 12-3 at the Museum Point Park, Ft. Pierce Inlet, South Beach.

Published by TC Palm on Mar. 23, 2014.
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Sue and family, It was a privilege to have known Frank even for short time. Praying for the Lord's comfort for you all. love, Robert and Louise

Robert andLouise Horesovsky

April 4, 2014

Sue, Franko left a great legacy among his brothers at Fellowship Hall. Jim& Ann F

Jim Ferguson

March 24, 2014

The U.S. Marines and Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen and Chaplains, Associate Members, and Auxiliary of the Martin County, Florida, based Lance Corporal Justin J. Wilson Detachment 1045, of the Marine Corps League, hereby salute and recognize your efforts put forth during a portion of your lifetime by sacrificing to become a United States Marine. We salute you and honor your memory and valiant service to our Corps, and our Nation. Please accept our heartfelt sentiments as a token of our esteem and admiration of your L'Esprit du Corps. Semper Fidelis!

D. Robin Barker, PRO, Det. 1045, MCL

March 24, 2014

Sue, you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

Lee Starr

March 23, 2014

A bigger than life special man with a heart to match. Thoughts and prayers going out to all the family! God Bless!

Sue Moye

March 23, 2014

Sue My heart is with you and your family during this time and I am sending prayer and blessings for the Memorial and run.

suzie jolley-shannon

March 23, 2014

Your adjustment will take time...
My heart is with you and your family. Love & Peace, Toni

March 23, 2014

Sue, I always enjoyed speaking with Frank on the phone when I call your house. He was so cheerful. I do miss him on the phone.

Renee Cobb

March 23, 2014

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