Rudy Marencik Obituary

Marencik, Rudy Passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2006 from complication due to a heart condition. Rudy had been a popular barber in the Northridge area, owning Rudy's Barber Shop for 30 years at the corner of Corbin and Parthenia. Rudy is survived by his wife Patricia, sons Martin (Christine) and James (Tracey), and daughter Ellen (Steve). Rudy also had four grandchildren. Viewing is at the Reardon Mortuary (8-10 a.m.), Monday, February 27, 2006 in Simi Valley. The church service (11:00 a.m.) is at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church, followed by interment at Ascension Cemetery also in Simi Valley.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 25, 2006.

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Jane & John Ormsby

June 1, 2006

Hi Rudy,

Tomorrow is your birthday and we were thinking about you tonight. John & I went to a new restaurant, we thought about how you would have liked to have one of the menus, how unusual to collect menus. Just thinking about you on your birthday, we love and miss you.

Love, Jane & John

Ellen Coffelt

March 13, 2006

My Father

My Father… The Barber… He so loved his work.

My Father… The Patient… He was so much stronger than many may have thought.

My Father… The Friend… No one more loyal than he.

My Father… The Family man… He so loved each and every one of you.

My Father… The Dad… He taught us honesty, strength, good morals and to follow God.

My Father… The Grandpa… WOW!!!! What more can I say.

My Father… The Husband… There is no greater love than the love he felt for my Mother.

My Father… I am so very proud of you. And I thank you for being you.

My Father… I love you and I will miss you dearly.

To My Father… GOODNIGHT.

Love, Ellen

Martin Maren

March 8, 2006

Rudy Marencik – A Eulogy

For those of us here who are family, the past few months or longer, have been a difficult time. And it would be unnatural not to look back and be somewhat reflective. When we think of my father and try to understand who he was and what he meant, at first glance the picture is deceiving simple. He was a husband and father, a grandfather and businessman. But then you think harder, and you realize, no - he was more than that. He was an ingredient in the fabric of this country that made it great. For God, family, and country was more than a slogan to him, it was a way of life.

As a religious man his relationship with God was never in doubt. And for him this day was not the end, but another beginning. A beginning he was always curious about and a beginning he did not fear.

He was protective of his family, proud of our accomplishments, and always encouraged us to do more. He brought a consistency to our home which children today tragically lack. He was always there in the morning to say goodbye and always home at night to make sure homework was done and to say goodnight. He also had a very special relationship with all his grandchildren, spending endless time taking them to movies, horseback riding, and of course shopping. I know many of Jennifer’s childhood memories will be of the time she spent with her grandfather.

As a 2nd generation American he appreciated what it meant to live in this country and realized that life could be dramatically different. His life, and those like him, made our way of life possible. For things would be very different for all of us, if not for his kind. He made sure he provided the essentials and worked hard to give us the things we dreamed of, working six days a week until he no longer could. Luckily he enjoyed his work, excelled at it, and developed many life-long friendships. When he finally had to give it up, it wasn’t so much the work he missed, but the people. Some of whom, occasionally, we would meet around town. And I must say, some of the most dedicated folks I have ever met.

When you get to this crossroad in life, and have to say goodbye to a parent - you realize how significant the lessons were, how important their presence was, and how much they will be missed.

When we look back on my father’s life, from time-to-time, let’s remember a life of values, family, and contentment. So today, let’s not grieve a life lost, but celebrate the memories, the good times, and the stories. He would have liked that.

We will miss you dad.

(Delivered by Martin Maren on February 27, 2006)

Pat Luther

March 7, 2006

Dear Pat.

When you called me and told me my boyfriend past away, my heart was broken. Rudy was always there to help with my health needs. On different occasions when it was necessary for us to drive somewhere, you would ask me to ride with Rudy. He would smile and put my wheelchair in the car off we would go. Later, you two gave me his Toyota. Rudy's conversations would always end by telling me about how you two met, how much he loved you, his children, and grandchildren. He was sensitive, caring, kind.

concerned, thoughtful, and loving. My deepest sympathy goes to you Pat, your children, Marty, Jim, Ellen, and grandchildren.

LOVE, Pat

Barbara Kalcic

March 6, 2006

Dear Pat & Rudy:

(And I know you can hear me, Rudy).

I'm so sorry I never got up to Simi to visit with you at your home. It was always so nice to see you and we had such good times. I am very happy that we got to visit when I came to California the last time, even tho it was to say goodbye to Mary Ellen. I will keep in touch with Pat and try to keep her in line.

Love, Barbara

Jennifer Maren

March 4, 2006

Grandpa I will always miss all the good times we had together. You would always go to the movies with me eventhough they were stupid kid movies, horseback riding, all the ice cream we ate together. You were my best friend. I know that someday I will see you again. I love you.

Love,

Jenn

Joan and Jimmy Allen

March 3, 2006

Rudy was a very special man and we enjoyed all the times we were able to spend with him.

We especially remember the trip that Rudy made to Arizona and how he loved the trip to Tombstone.

We are very Blessed to have know a man like him.

Susan Ormsby

March 3, 2006

Always honest and straightforward; genuinely satisfied with his life; and truly devoted to God, Rudy was an admirable man and exemplary Godfather. I feel lucky to have known him and will miss his special way. Rudy will be in my heart and in my prayers, always.

John Jandura

March 3, 2006

It seems just yesterday we graduated together from Holy Trinity Catholic Grade School in Gary, In. and shot baskets at the CYO . Greatest hook-shot in the league. Old friend , I trust the good Lord is holding you in the palm of his hand.

Al & Barb Wirtes

March 3, 2006

We have fond memories of Rudy both in Indiana and California. It was a shock to hear of his passing, and he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat, and their children Marty, Jim and Ellen.

March 3, 2006

Carolyn Kisylia

March 2, 2006

I will always miss Rudy, our family gentle giant. His kindness and gentleness will always be remembered. Hope he and Tom are fishing together in heaven.

Love, Carolyn

John & Jane Ormsby

February 26, 2006

To my Sister Patricia, our Nephews Marty & Jim, our Niece Ellen and family,

We send our deepest sympathies, love and prayers. We loved Rudy and we will never forget him. We will always miss Rudy with his quiet sense of humor and his way of being so satisfied with life. We love you Rudy.

Jane & John

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