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Rudy Dudon Obituary

DUDON Rudy Dudon Jr., age 68, of Dayton, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 25, 2012. He was a 1962 graduate of Chaminade High School and attended the University of Cincinnati. Rudy was the Vice President and part owner of Mutual Tool & Die. He was a former member of the Miami Valley Golf Club and St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. He is preceded in death by his parents Rudy Sr. and Mary Dudon and a brother Matt. Rudy is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Teresa; three daughters, Jennifer (Jon) Musser of Dublin, OH, Alice (Jessee) Mayfield of Pittsburgh, PA, Gretchen Dudon of Boulder, CO; son, Rudy III (Amanda) of Sarasota, FL and Powell, OH; 12 grandchildren, Mattie, Reagan, Harrison, Cooper, Maxwell, Sullivan, Beckett and their soon to be sister, Sophie, Georgia, Eva and Fay; two sisters, Diane (Phil) Tosh of Jefferson City, MO, Becky (Ron) Edgren of Waynesville, OH; two brothers, Dave (Mary Anne) of Dayton, Tony (Michelle) of Dayton; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Charles Catholic Church, 4500 Ackerman Blvd., Kettering, OH 45429 by Father Tim Ralston. Interment Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at BAKER-HAZEL & SNIDER FUNERAL HOME, 5555 Philadelphia Dr. at N. Main St. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alter High School, general scholarship fund, Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter or St. Vincent DePaul's in Rudy's memory. On-line condolences for the family may be sent to www.bakerhazelsnider.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 25 to May 27, 2012.

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Tony and Patsy Borchers

June 1, 2012

So sorry to hear of Rudy's passing. He was a great guy. Please know that the family is in our thoughts and prayers . God bless you all.

Pete Snyder

May 31, 2012

On behalf of the Knights of Columbus Marian Council #3754, sincere sympathy is extended from Rudy's brother knights. We would like to present Mr. Dudon with a pyx in Rudy's memory. If someone would contact me (Pete Snyder, Trustee 937-287-9328), I will make arrangements for the specially engraved item to be delivered.

May 30, 2012

I am sorry for your loss, I will keep you all in my prayers.

Judy Phillips (Dayton OH)

Mike Tracey

May 29, 2012

Teresa,Jennifer,Rudy, Alice and Gretchen
Rudy was a very special man who touched many people and always gave of himself I'm sure he will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

May 29, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Be strong in knowing Rudy is in a better place..... TSorrentino (Orlando, Florida)

Tina Curry-Mathews

May 29, 2012

My heart goes out to the Dudon Family at this time. May the wonderful memories bring you lots of comfort and warm your hearts today and always. You will be in our Prayers & Thoughts.
Tina Curry-Mathews

May 28, 2012

Teresa, Jennifer, Alice, Gretchen and Rudy,

We know how hard the last few years have been, but the light of Rudy's smile and his generous heart will be the things we all remember with such fondness. He was a wonderful man! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and in the weeks to come.

Fred and Maureen Willits

Reit Perree Engel

May 28, 2012

Saddened to learn of the loss of Rudy. He and his family played a big role in my youth. Fond remembrances always.
Reit Perree Engel

James Finefrock

May 28, 2012

We all are saddened to see Rudy was not well and has passed. He was the model for humor and warmth to those he met. Our deepest sympathies to his dear family. James, Bonnie and Marc Finefrock Families

May 28, 2012

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Nickel Family

May 28, 2012

Sory for the loss of Rudy. I will always remember the fun of our youth,grade school,high school and the friendship we had through the years.
Eddie McGuire

May 27, 2012

I was saddened to read of the passing Rudy jr. I had the pleasure of working with him at Mutual Tool from 1966 to 1971. My deepest sympathy to the family at this difficult time. Gene Roberts

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