Helen Rudolph

Helen Rudolph

Helen Rudolph Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Newell-Hoerling’s Mortuary - Centralia on Sep. 17, 2025.

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Helen "Virginia" Rudolph, born on March 8, 1924, in Colton, OR, passed away on August 30, 2025. She was a resident of Centralia, Washington for 70 years. Survived by her sons Wayne and Richard Rudolph, her daughter-in-law Melodie Rudolph, her sister Barbara McCaffery, her brother Ed Brown, and her grandson Brian Rudolph. She is survived by Great Grandchildren, Great-great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews. Virginia's life was blessed with the abundance of love she received from her family, and she was a source of strength and guidance for them. Virginia was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ernest, her parents Max and Ruthie Brown, her son David, her grandson Ryan Rudolph, and her brothers Walt, Dan, and Max Brown. Her graveside committal will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 11:00 am PDT at Greenwood Sticklin Cemetery, 1822 Van Wormer Rd, Centralia, Washington, 98531.

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