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Benjamin RUDIN Obituary

Benjamin Michael Rudin

CHATHAM, IL - Benjamin Michael Rudin, 42, of Chatham, passed away at 1:26 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at his home, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with ALS.

Ben was born Sept. 24, 1971, in Springfield, the son of Carl and Pamela Schmidt Rudin. He married Rebecca Piekarski on Nov. 11, 1995, in Villa Park, Ill.

Ben attended Christ the King Elementary School and was a 1989 graduate of Sacred Heart-Griffin High School. He attended Illinois State University, earning a Bachelor's of Science in Marketing and Communications. He later attended Loyola University, earning a Master's of Business Administration. He was employed by Celtic Insurance for 10 years and then served the Director of Financial Analysis at Horace Mann for 10 years. Ben enjoyed music, especially the Drive By Truckers, professional sports, traveling, spending time with his family and friends, and playing no-limit hold 'em poker. He was a strong man and a wonderful, loving father and husband.

He is survived by his wife, Rebecca Rudin of Chatham; two sons, Elijah and Liam Rudin of Chatham; his mother, Pamela (husband, Jim) Johnston of Springfield; his father, Carl (wife, Sharon) Rudin of Springfield; four siblings: Chris (wife, Allison) Rudin of Athens, Sara (husband, Sean) Carroll of Chicago, Ryan Johnston of Springfield and Denise Pachlhofer of Springfield; brother-in-law, Joe Piekarski of Lombard; two cherished nieces, Aspen and Emma; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many lifelong friends that he considered family.

Visitation: Family will receive friends from 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, June 15 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.

Funeral Ceremony: 10 a.m. on Monday, June 16 at Panther Creek Country Club, 3001 Panther Creek Dr., Springfield, with Celebrant Judy Woerner officiating.

Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center following ceremonies.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Truckin' with Ben, a scholarship fund for Eli and Liam, c/o any INB Location; or ALS, St. Louis Regional Chapter, 2258 Welden Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63146.

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Published by The State Journal-Register from Jun. 13 to Jun. 14, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin RUDIN

17 Entries

Jennifer

June 18, 2014

We'll see you on the other side. You will be tremendously missed.

Chris Manion

June 18, 2014

To the entire Rudin family I am very sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine loosing such a man at a young age. Carl and Sharon I am very sorry for your loss. May his body rest at peace with the Lord and his spirit live forever in your hearts.

shelly elmore

June 17, 2014

Pam and family.. I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Agnes Tiarks

June 16, 2014

I know Ben from Horace Mann. I am ao sorry for your loss.

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Sherry Hamilton

June 14, 2014

A Picture Of You

I only have a picture now,
A frozen piece of time,
To remind me of how it was,
When you were here, and mine.

I see your smiling eyes,
Each morning when I wake,
I talk to you, and place a kiss,
Upon your lovely face.

How much I miss you being here,
I really can not say,
The ache is deep inside my heart,
And never goes away.

I hear it mentioned often,
That time will heal the pain,
But if I'm being honest,
I hope it will remain.

I need to feel you constantly,
To get me through the day,
I loved you so very much,
Why did you go away?

The angels came and took you,
That really wasn't fair,
They took my Son,
My future life. My heir.

If only they had asked me,
If I would take your place,
I would have done so willingly,
Leaving you this world to grace.

You should have had so many years,
To watch your life unfold,
And in the mist of this,
Watch me, your Mum grow old!

I hope your watching from above,
At the daily tasks I do,
And let there be no doubt at all,
I really do love you.

Pam, You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray the sweet memories you have of Ben brings peace and comfort to your broken heart.

Barb Crawford

June 14, 2014

Sorry to hear about your loss, may God guide you through this difficult time

jack walsh

June 14, 2014

Carl,
so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Rosemary Nonneman Beam

June 13, 2014

Pam, my thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family

Lucie Gorman

June 13, 2014

Pam, my heart hurts for you, your daughter-in-law, and those beautiful grandsons. Know that all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers. This journey is the toughest you will ever experience and I promise you that our God will be with you every step of the way. And so will Ben!!!!
Love much
Lucie Gorman

Kimberly Watkins

June 13, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

June 13, 2014

Carl and Sharon,We are so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the wright words to make it better. You are both in hearts and prayers. Wish we were there for you. We Love You Debi and Denny Lovins

Jana Clark

June 13, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Tom Kelty

June 13, 2014

So sorry to hear about Ben.
We were classmates at SHG and Ben was always a kind person. I had not seen Ben in years and I did not even know that he was ill.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family and especially to his children.

Aaron Elston

June 13, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to bens family. He was a great person, father and coach!! Im so glad we had the time to coach together he will always be remembered!!

Terry Lovelace

June 13, 2014

Pam, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. Please know that you are in my prayers.

Patty Hendricks-beck

June 13, 2014

Rebecca, Pam and my whole extended family of cousins, please know my thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Ben fought a long courageous fight and will be dearly missed by all. May memories help to ease the sorrow you feel and may you each take comfort in the many gentle reminders of how much others care.

Gwen Wilcockson

June 13, 2014

I worked closely with Ben at Horace Mann. This is one great guy! Sharp as a tack, extremely helpful and diligent, with a wicked sense of humor. Gonna miss this guy forever!

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