Jeffery A. Rudzik

Jeff Rudzik, age 47, of Burlington, Wisconsin, passed away suddenly on September 3, 2025.

Jeff was born on December 29, 1977, in West Allis, Wisconsin, to Mike and Jean Rudzik.

Jeff was a dad. He is survived by his daughters, Lily and Leela Rudzik, who meant the world to him. He is also survived by his parents, Mike and Jean Rudzik; his brothers, Adam and Steve Rudzik; His Uncle, Larry Radosevich, and his aunts Annette Knutson and Jan Mlagan; and his grandmother, Rita Rudzik.

He is also survived by Becky, a lifelong friend—someone Jeff trusted and loved dearly—and by many others who cared about him and will miss him deeply.

Jeff was preceded in death by Edward and Usteana Radosevich, Uncle Binky (Frank) and Linda Sennebogen, William (Bill) Rudzik, and Uncle Mike Radosevich.

He loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed camping and fishing. He was also an animal lover and a very skilled cook who enjoyed preparing meals for the people he loved.

Jeff had a love for cars, especially his Ranger and his Datsun. He spent a lot of time working on them and took pride in them.

Jeff will be remembered for his sense of humor, his quirky music, his big heart, and the way he showed up for the people he loved in his own way.

Now, we can imagine him crossing the Rainbow Bridge, reunited with the family, friends, and animals he loved—and watching over those he left behind.

“Someday we’ll find it, the Rainbow Connection — the lovers, the dreamers, and me.”

— The Muppet Movie (1979)