RUDOLPH M. FICK Jr.

Rudolph "Rudy" M. Fick, Jr., 76, died on November 12, 2012 in Fort Pierce, FL. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 13, 1936, to Thelma Saville Fick and Rudy M. Fick, Sr. He grew up at Lake Tapawingo near Kansas City, graduating from Pembroke Country Day School in 1953. He graduated from the University of Arizona, where he was a member of SAE, and was a Cadet Commander of the ROTC. Rudy entered the United States Army, first as an artilleryman, and then trained as a pilot doing search and rescue. Upon completion of his service, he joined his father's business as finance manager of Rudy Fick Ford in Kansas City. However, his love of flying drew him to become a pilot for TWA Airlines, where he retired as Captain after a 24- year career. He was an avid golfer and a member of Brookridge Country Club. Rudy was a gifted athlete as a young man, and at the Athletic Club of Overland Park, he excelled in the executive workout with his friends. He loved the theater and Broadway musicals. He also enjoyed deep-sea fishing, finding a bargain, and most of all, spending time with family. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Julie (Bacon), son, Dolph Fick of San Diego, CA; daughter, Debbie Hancock (Paul) of Carlsbad, CA; daughter, Lauri Coopman (Rick) of Spokane, WA; daughter, Tami Fick of Burr Ridge, IL; brother, David (Debbie) of Overland Park, KS; brother, Dan (Cynthia) of Granbury, TX; three grandchildren, Christine Hancock, and Andrew and Tyler Coopman; and nieces and nephews. A celebration of his life will be held for Rudy on Saturday, December 1st at 10:00am at Colonial Presbyterian Church, 12501 West 137th Street, Overland Park, KS 66221. There will be a private inurnment ceremony at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Harvesters, The Food Network, PO Box 412233, Kansas City, MO 64141. Condolences may be offered at www.mtmoriah-freeman.com. Mt Moriah & Freeman Funeral Home. 10507 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO 64131. (816) 942-2004 www.mtmoriah-freeman.com