Todd Rudesill

1959 - 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Todd Lewis Rudesill on April 3, 2023. He is now peaceful in heaven with his precious son, Kent. Todd is survived by his wife, Tina; his children, Abby (Heather), Molly (Ravi), and Brady (Brenna); his grandson, Oliver; his brother, Tom; his father-in-law, Bill Eisentrout; as well as Eddie and Cheryl Eisentrout, Mike and Linda Young, Sue Rudesill, Janice Miller, and many other beloved family members and devoted friends. Todd was the son of the late Kathleen Lum Rudesill and Lewis ("Pat") Rudesill, Jr., and the son-in-law of the late Irene Shafer Eisentrout, and of the late John and Phyllis Kline. Born on November 2, 1959, Todd spent his childhood in Hagerstown, MD until he moved to Middletown, MD in the 5th grade. It was there that he met Tina, and they went on to become high school sweethearts, voted "Cutest Couple" before graduating from Middletown High School in 1977, and marrying in 1980. Todd was always generous and thoughtful, buying Tina her favorite ice cream, driving her to every antique shop she could find, and making sure she got to see the ocean every single year. He loved her unconditionally and fulfilled their hopes and dreams. They were meant to be together. Todd began his career as a computer programmer/analyst after graduating from FCC and the Computer Learning Center. Later he transitioned to many managerial positions in the auto parts industry, where he worked with unwavering dedication and competence, and made lasting friends along the way. In his spare time, he loved driving his '94 Miata along winding country roads, fishing, kayaking, and eating good food with the people he loved. Todd always went above and beyond for his friends and family. He was the unsung hero of their lives, always there without hesitation to support them in both the big and small moments. He had a way of making people feel loved and valued with his actions, which spoke louder than his words. A child at heart, Todd approached life with a playful and goofy perspective. One of his greatest gifts was the ability to make us laugh (and roll our eyes) with a never-ending supply of dad jokes. Even in his final days, he was still pranking his family and never lost his ability to turn the toughest situations into moments of levity. He had the heartiest laugh. Todd taught his children to stand by their principles and to enjoy the simple pleasures in life, like Mickey Mouse pancakes on a Saturday morning, and the pride of a sparkling clean car. He tried teaching them to be brave by pushing them down steep hills on their bicycles, or into the deep water to swim. But he was still there to catch them when they fell, or hold them tightly when they were too scared of the ocean waves. Without a second thought and full of pride, he attended every lacrosse game and every dance performance, and treated their friends like family. He showed up for his children every day and loved them with his entire being. Most of all, "Doodad" will be missed by his grandson, Oliver, who was the brightest and sweetest part of his days, and who has undoubtedly picked up his best qualities. He told Oliver each day that "Manners make the man" and was Oliver's very favorite book reader and train track builder. Doodad always kept a supply of Matchbox and Hot Wheels cars in his trunk to make sure Oliver had plenty of surprises. Todd's sudden departure left a void that can never be filled, but the impact he left on our lives is immeasurable. He is so deeply loved. We're left with these thoughts from someone who captured Todd's essence, i.e. his favorite singer/songwriter, John Prine: "My sense of humor has saved me more than a couple times in my life. If I can make myself laugh about something that I should be crying about, that's pretty good." A casual celebration of Todd's life will be held on July 15, 2023 at 5pm at Memorial Park on S. Church St. in Middletown, MD. Light refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Hello in There Foundation. Condolences and more information available at www.dbthompsonfuneralhome.com Todd Rudesill