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Stephen Rudd

02/14/1960 - 10/09/2009

Stephen Rudd obituary, 02/14/1960-10/09/2009

BORN

02/14/1960

DIED

10/09/2009

Stephen Rudd Obituary

RUDD, Stephen J. Of Spokane died suddenly of a heart attack on October 9, 2009. He was born in Brigham City, UT to Robert R. Sr. and Lois M. Rudd on February 14, 1960. He was raised in Bountiful, UT and graduated from Bountiful High School in 1979. He went on to Dixie College where he played football. Steve is survived by his wife Connie Rudd; three children, Christeena, Michael and Kendra Rudd.; grandson Tanner Bird; mother Lois Rudd; two brothers Robert Rudd and Dru Rudd; sisters Deanna Mayne, Dixie Lee Burningham; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, and his sister Janene Connor. Steve had a passion for all animals especially horses. He was involved with his children in the Jr. Rodeo for many years. A visitation will take place Wednesday, October 14, 2009 from noon until 8:00 pm at HAZEN AND JAEGER VALLEY FUNERAL HOME, 1306 N Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, WA. A Funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 15, at 1:00 pm in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home.

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Published by Spokesman-Review from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2009.

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Peter Fotes

October 19, 2009

Our condolences and deepest sympathy. May his memory be eternal.

Teresa Evans

October 18, 2009

Dear connie and kids, im very sorry for your loss. hold on to the memories of the good times and he will be forever in your hearts. our deepest sympathy, Teresa, josh and justin

Becky Griffin

October 17, 2009

Dear Connie and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of uncle Steve's sudden passing I will miss him very much. Most people grow up with their cousins, I grew up with my aunts and uncles, also my 13 year old daughter Ciara shares her great uncle's love of horses.

My deepest Condolences;
Becky Burningham Griffin

Marci Rasmussen

October 16, 2009

So very sorry for your loss. I send my Deepest Sympathy to your Family. Marci Eggett Rasmussen

Audrey Warner

October 16, 2009

I can only imagine how much Steve's family will miss him, he was such a 'larger than life' personality and so full of love for everyone. He was a dear friend to my son, Mike Warner, and it was always a pleasure to have him in my home when they were in high school. I pray that your memories of his love and care will sustain you through this time of grief.

Shari Harris

October 15, 2009

Years ago I met Steve playing Poker and he could play a mean hand thats for sure. The thing I remember though most was when he found a little newborn baby a home and he was so kind to the young mother. Your family will be in our prayers

Jason Lindsay

October 15, 2009

My thoughts go out to the family and loved ones of Stephen, an old friend. The memories made will always be cherished.

Respectfully,
Jason Lindsay

Kim Cahoon

October 15, 2009

Sorry for your lose. He was a good friend of mine and will be missed.

Kind Regards,
Kim Cahoon

Paul Gardner

October 14, 2009

Steve was one of the best friends anyone could ever have had. And one of my best teachers.

Steve showed me that it's possible to be fearless.
Or, at least, to act in spite of fear.

Steve taught me about what it means to be a friend.
That if you're focused on what you can get from the relationship, it's not really friendship.

Steve taught me that pain is unimportant, when you have something BIG to accomplish.
And that while pain is inevitible, suffering is optional.

Steve encouraged my inate curiosity. Fed it!
He frequently challenged me to do things I thought I could never do (nearly killed me, more than once).

Steve taught me that everyone can learn SOMETHING from anyone.
And that each of us had something to teach someone...

Steve taught me to love football.
And I've passed that on to at least one or two of my sons.

Steve taught me the value of doing something!
Especially when it seems there is nothing you can do.

Steve taught me that there is more to life than we can see, feel, touch.
No matter who we are. Or what we think we know.

Steve taught me that you don't have to be good, to do good.
And that you don't have to be sitting in church, to connect with, to honor, that something more!

He taught me that if you're not having some fun along the way, you're probably doing something wring.

And he began to teach me all this while we were still teenagers.

For my part, I am still learning.

I will miss my friend; my teacher.

Ron Edwards

October 14, 2009

Connie, Christeena, Michael and Kendra:

How I remember the warm welcome to the Spokane area back in 1989 when we first moved in. Our family will forever cherish the many wonderful experiences we shared with your family. You made a significant difference in our lives and we appreciate the contributions and friendship. We extend our humblest prayers to the family, and extend our deepest sympathy to all over Steve's passing. He's probably found Hoss by now and is riding up a storm! Love to all....
Ron Edwards, Shanelle Edwards Varnell, Amber Edwards Johnson

October 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

North Star Enterprises, Inc. and D.P. Anderson Company

October 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

North Star Enterprises, Inc and D.P. Anderson Company

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