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Craig Rudiger Obituary

Craig Eugene Rudiger, 58, passed away unexpectedly on December 21st, 2023. Born on November 24th, 1965 in Norfolk, Craig was the son of the late Burnley V. Rudiger, Jr. and Anne Powell Rudiger.

Craig will be remembered as a loving partner and father who appreciated the simpler things in life, including coffee, sushi, music, working out, and spending time with friends and family.

Craig is survived by his longtime partner, Tina M. Schaarschmidt; brother, Burnley V. Rudiger, III; son, Dillon E. Rudiger; and several other loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Red Cross, to whom Craig frequently donated blood. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 3, 2024.

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Ellen Stone

February 7, 2025

Heartbroken to come across the news of Craig's passing, I am so sorry for your loss Burnley & Rudiger family.

Faye Kelleher

January 6, 2024

Craig was a great guy. So sorry to his Family and Friends. Gone too soon. I know he will be greatly missed.

Lori Crowther Hoffman

December 21, 2023

My deepest sympathies to The Rudiger family and to all who loved Craig. He was always so much fun to hang out with. I will always remember those `garage“ band days when we were all so young. Craig played the bass guitar like it was an extension of himself. Rest in peace, Craig. We will miss you.

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