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Rudy married Margie Lehman on September 23, 1965 in Granger, Utah. He then served in the Vietnam War for 2 years. They moved to Lehi, Utah in 1977 where they raised 4 kids; Kurt (Missy) Shepherd, Chad (Jennifer) Shepherd, Mindi (Shane) Hardy, Amy (Brad) Jacobson. They have 10 grandkids and 1 great grandson.
Rudy worked for Tooele Army Depot South, south area for 27 years before he retired. He met many great friends from working there.
He loved horse riding, camping, hunting, fishing and watching his grandkids play baseball, basketball and football. Rudy loved to watch BYU football and the Utah Jazz. He will be greatly missed by his family.
He was preceded in death by grandson Blake Jacobson. He is survived by his wife Margie of 58 years and 2 sisters, Karen and Marsha.
The family would like to thank hospice for the wonderful care they gave to Rudy.
A viewing will be held at Wing Mortuary, 118 East Main, Lehi, Utah on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 11-12:00 PM with Graveside Service to follow in the Lehi City Cemetery at 12:30 PM with military honors.
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