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Rudy Puggini

Phoenix, Arizona

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Puggini, Rudy Detroit in the Sixties was a combustible mix of muscle cars, civic unrest, and a shifting industrial landscape. For a teenage former altar boy who had recently lost his father to cancer, growing up in Detroit involved some drag races, an occasional Stroh's beer, and cheering...

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1975 - My sister and I are traveling across country from Arizona to Detroit to meet a friend of my sisters. His friend is Rudy. We hit it off. Rode around on motorcycles and had a great time. I leave, but come back to visit him at Thanksgiving. He takes me to a Tigers game and gets me a ball signed by the entire team. He brings me back to Arizona in the Olds 442. We listen to Zappa the entire trip. He moved to Phoenix. And the rest is history. RIP Rudy. Great memories. My...

my cousin by blood my friend by choice
your in my heart forever
Geri

We were all so young and full of fun. The parties, CANOE TRIPS! I could go on and on. You will always be Uncle Rudy to my daughter Dawn! Very sadly missed.

Rudy was a great example of what a man, father, and husband should be. He and Diane were sometimes like second parents to me, and thats how I will remember him. But he is not alone, as we all know. Take care of eachother up thers guys. My heart and prayers go out to Diane and Bill. May God be with the Pugginis.

I am so sorry I missed Rudy's memorial. I had to make a sudden trip to Omaha. I want you and Billy to know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I have been hearing how good the service was. Rudy was one of a kind, and I know how much you will miss him. Just know you have many friends who love you and will be here for you. Words just aren't enough. Hope you will find comfort in the days and months ahead.

Rudy was a dear friend who was so smart, funny, and fun to be around. He will be truly missed. Our most heart felt condolences to Diane and Billy.

Love the Johnson Family,
Mousie, Ron, Braden, Blaise, and Natalie

Rudy was a real class act and a true one-of-a- kind. I remember him back in Detroit in the early seventies. A fun guy, always thinking and always as sharp as a tack. He was that way all his life. He will be missed.

Dan Trozzi

Hobellobo Robudoby/Hobellabo Jobim - the greetings that started all our conversations since the 1960s - see you later. thanks for being such an enormous part of our lives then and now. Diane, Billy be well.

Diane, I sure wish I could have met Rudy. I spoke to him only once on the phone. It was after Michael left, and I could tell what a great man he was and ... still is. Remember you have many friends who care for you..I hope you NEED us..Jacque