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Rodney W. Rupell

1968 - 2021

BORN

1968

DIED

2021

Rodney Rupell Obituary

Passed away February 6, 2021 at age 52, at Comfort and Peace Hospice in San Diego, CA after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born March 6, 1968 in Bethlehem, PA. He was preceded in death by father, Jack E. Rupell Sr. and mother, Linda S. Rupell (Manescu). Before the onset of his illness Rodney worked at several gyms in Southern California as a personal trainer with a focus on body building. He is survived by, brother Jack E. Rupell, Jr, and niece Laura E. Rupell of Buffalo, NY. A graveside memorial service will be announced at a later date.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 21, 2021.

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Heather Fleissner

May 29, 2022

My prayers go out to Jack Jr and his daughter Laura. I dated Rod for 10 years off and on. He helped raise my twins, Gina & Tommy and he did a wonderful job, thank you. We all miss you greatly our Johnny Bravo !! Love you

March 21, 2021

I read this in shock. I have my deepest feelings for you and your family. A great friend of mine. God Bless You.

Joan Lockwood Smith

March 21, 2021

With my very heartfelt & deepest sympathy & many prayers Jack & Laura on your tremendous loss of Rodney.
May God Bless & comfort you as you grieve.

Jacob Seidel

March 21, 2021

Rodney was a good friend of mine. You will be missed. My condolences go out to your family.

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