Rudi Johnson obituary, 1979-2025

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Rudi Johnson

1979 - 2025

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Tony

November 11, 2025

To the family, many, many friends, and fans of this great person who played and loved the game of football. Rudi Johnson was a powerful Pro Bowl running back who became one of the Cincinnati Bengals' most productive rushers and a beloved figure in his Virginia hometown. Rudi Johnson had a great career in football and in his community. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Rudi Johnson. May the love and many, many special memories you have shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Rudi Johnson. He had tremendous goals and accomplishments in his career. May family, friends and extended family cherish his memories.

Diane Harrison

October 31, 2025

My heartfelt condolences to the family.

Debbie Speigner

October 29, 2025

Rudi was an AWESOME player at Auburn and admired by so many. God bless his family during their time of sorrow.

Tom Berbas

October 12, 2025

Rudi Johnson´s talent, perseverance, and kindness made a lasting impact both on and off the field. He will be fondly remembered by teammates, fans, and his community. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and all who admired him. Respectfully, Tom Berbas

Karen L Williams

October 9, 2025

My heartfelt condolences to the Johnson family in the passing of Rudi! A dynamic player and kind soul. I pray you strengthen his mother in the days ahead and the memories are a source of peace. Blessings K.L. Williams

Gloria Charity

October 8, 2025

Quite the football player and character among his teammates on their way to play game.

Condolences Family!

Ms. Charity
Bus Driver
Thomas Dale

RA

October 5, 2025

Prayers for the Johnson family, in your time of loss May God give you strength and comfort. Truly sorry for your loss.

RB

October 1, 2025

An incredible player and part of the Bengals team, so very sad to hear of his passing. Prayers for the Johnson family, may God be with you in your time of loss.

Adrian Frankie Avila

September 29, 2025

As a cowboys fan, This is hard to believe, only 45! RIP RJ. 1979 ~ 2025. Never saw you play on TV but you may RIP.

Reta Lloyd

September 29, 2025

I am so sorry for the family members and friends of Rudi's passing. Youns are in my thoughts and prayers. I am a huge Rudi's Johnson football fan. I have several of his football cards and a bengals football jerseys with his name and number on it. I will cherish it for ever. He will be missed and he is loved by many. Reta Lloyd

Joseph A. Simmons, II

September 28, 2025

On behalf of the Simmons family, I offer my sincere condolences to the Johnson family for the loss of my lifelong friend, Rudi Johnson. We are praying for you at this time. We love you!

Mak

September 27, 2025

I´m so sorry for the loss of Rudi. He seemed to touch many lives. May God comfort you in this time of distress.

Stephanie (Carruth) Forbes

September 26, 2025

My sincerest condolences to Rudi´s family and loved ones. At Butler, Rudi was so kind and respectful. On the field, if we were down, we always knew we were ok because we had Rudi. He was a great teammate and friend. Please enjoy a few of the memories made at Butler County with Rudi. He was loved!

James Evans

September 26, 2025

Sorry for his Passing

Dustin Avery

September 26, 2025

Rudi was a great teammate and friend at Butler CC. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. One of the most humble guys I ever played this sport with.

Dianna and James Shibest

September 26, 2025

We love you! Coach Shibest was hc at Butler with him. Rudi like a son to us. Wonderful
memories of a great young man. We later met up at a bowl game. Sending our love thoughts and prayers to the family.

Jason Martin

September 26, 2025

Rudi will be missed, he would give me a ride home after wrestling practice when my parents was out of town working. He was always someone I could count on. I will keep is family in my prays.

Jody Brachman

September 25, 2025

I'm good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip I loved his football playing etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will miss him so. No rush take

Matt C

September 25, 2025

Rudi, you were the model of consistency when you were with the Bengals. You will be missed. Rest in peace.

Chris VanDam

September 25, 2025

My sincerest condolences. God bless you and your family. May you find the same strength Rudi had on and off the field to weather the your storm.

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