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Erika Rudolph Obituary
September 10, 1944 - August 7, 2011
Erika Rudolph passed away Sunday morning with her son by her side. Erika was born in Podlesice, Poland. In 1950 she came with her family to settle in Hay Lakes and finally in Edmonton in 1953. She attended Ross Sheppard High School where she met the love of her life and future husband, Wayne. Erika graduated from Business College and had an impressive career in the business world. She was named a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary members in recognition of her exceptional service.
Predeceased by her husband and mother, she leaves to mourn her beloved children Jason and Jodi, relatives, and many friends. Auntie Del stood by her for all her days.
Erika lived most of her adult life with MS and then breast cancer. She faced both with optimistic determination. As a friend, Erika was charismatic, intelligent, generous, and kind. She touched many lives. Most of all she was a loving and devoted mother. Honoring her spirit, in place of flowers, donations will gratefully be accepted for Jodi and Jason. (J. Rudolph, #12, 9731 - 174 Street, T5T 6G4).
A Funeral Service will be held at Hosanna Lutheran Church, 9009 - 163 Street N.W. at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 11.
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Lee and Sharen Van Fossen
September 10, 2011
Jodi, Jason and family/friends,
We greatly miss Erika today, September 10th, on her birthday. Erika is in our thoughts and prayers, we cherish the time we had with her, and Erika is loved and missed by many.
Love,
Lee, Sharen, and Sheena
August 11, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Take care
Love from
Trish, Michael, Payton & Hailey
Hys-Moore
Eli
August 11, 2011
Jason, Jodi, friends and family,
Our condolences go out to you at this time of sorrow.
Mrs. Rudolph will be missed by many. She was always a pleasant lady to visit. She was curious and very positive in all things.
She is now resting peacefully.
God bless.
Evelyn, Zahr, Elias, Khalil (Kim and Gebby), George, Mike (Georgina and Elias)
Lee & Sharen Van Fossen
August 11, 2011
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed & very dear.
Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on,
And cherished memories never fade
Because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart,
For as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.
Anonymous
Our heartfelt condolences regarding the tragic loss of Erika. May your fond memories and the love of your family and friends comfort you.
Love,
Lee, Sharen, Sheena, Julius, Vera & Dwane
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Karen Robinson
August 10, 2011
With an open door, a glass of wine and many laughs, you welcomed me and we enjoyed many years of friendship. Your joy of life will be missed. Rest now in Peace. My deepest condolences to Jodi and Jason. Always, Karen
August 10, 2011
Jason, Jodi and family. our condolences to all of you. may Erika finally rest in peace, away from her pain.
Bonnie, Jeff and family
Stanstead, Quebec
Sherry Burrows
August 10, 2011
We will remember with great fondness our wonderful days in Kelowna together.
The Taylors and Burrows family.
Maxine Underwood
August 10, 2011
Erica, you will always be in my heart. You were a big part of my second life and I will always treasure your friendship.
Love, Maxine
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