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May Rudy´s memory be ever eternal.
Harry Vergis, CFD Ret.
December 22, 2025 | Work


Lake Forest, Illinois
Rudy Malnati Jr., 65, passed away on December 24, 2021, after a long, private battle with cancer. Rudy was born and raised in Chicago and was known to be a true "Chicagoan". Rudy grew up working with his father, Rudy Sr., who was the creator of Chicago deep dish pizza at Pizzeria Uno. He then...
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Harry Vergis, CFD Ret.
December 22, 2025 | Work
We are going to miss you Rudy... thank you for giving us great memories we all had together...Annette... Holly and Rudy our condolences and prayers to you and your extended family.
Ken and Julie Pearce
January 03, 2022 | Friend

Memories of Rudy's many contributions to the City will be his legacy.
Harry Vergis, Chief of Air Sea Rescue, Chicago Fire Department (Ret.)
January 03, 2022
to the family which i do not know i as so sorry for your loss,which is a loss to so many i was the accountant to rudy for rush on malnatis and when rudy was with the burritos restaurant we go back a long time rudy use to every jewish holiday send me a happy i was so set back by this . may his memory always be in front of you i did not know that he passed and i sent a hapy new year i am so sorry
dan rosen
January 01, 2022 | Friend
Hi how are you I am good u I was writing to u to give my condolences to u and Jr family etc. RIP. I loved his food etc. He seemed like a nice guy. I will.miss him so. No rush take care bye
Mr jody Brachman
January 01, 2022 | Other
I had the pleasure of getting to know Rudy when I leased space to Pizanos in the South Loop. He had an infectious personality, and a passion for life, the restaurant business, and of course the air and water shows that was immeasurable. I loved working with him. He has left a tremendous impact and will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Wayne Caplan
December 29, 2021 | Work
Rudy was a kind gentleman who made everyone feel welcome at special events or in his restaurants. He was an Ambassador for the city of Chicago who worked diligently to showcase our great city. He was a Chicago Original. Rest In Peace, Rudy Barney Flanagan - Retired - Assistant Deputy Supt. Chicago Police Dep't.
barney
December 29, 2021 | Friend
RIP My friend you where always good to me. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alexander Prekurat
December 28, 2021 | Friend
I played softball for many years at Lake Shore Park and then he sponsored our team from Pizano's when it was on State street. He was always generous and kind to us, Rudy was a great person who will be missed.
Judy Rospenda
December 28, 2021