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Randolph Paul "Randy" Ruditz

Randolph Ruditz Obituary

Randolph "Randy" Ruditz Randolph "Randy" Paul Ruditz, 46, a sports director, broadcaster and journalist, died Saturday, May 31, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Johnna Ruditz. The memorial service will be at 2 p.m. EDT Tuesday at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, Riggins Road Chapel (877-8191). Memorial contributions may be made to ALS Therapy Development Foundation, 44 Glen Ave., Newton, MA 02459. Randy was born September 26, 1956, in Alexandria, Va., to David and Dorothy Ruditz. He graduated from T.C. Williams Senior High School in Alexandria and went on to be awarded the Edward Arthur Mellinger Foundation Scholarship and received a Naval Academy Foundation Appointment to Culver Military Academy where he was a varsity oarsman and wrestling coach. Randy then earned an Associate of Arts degree with a major in English at the University of Tampa where he was sports editor, most valuable oarsman in varsity rowing as well as a varsity wrestler. He then earned a Bachelor of Science degree at University of Florida in Physical Education with a minor in exercise physiology where he was in the Florida Rugby Club and was a Florida Times-Union Gainesville correspondent. His achievements include: Best Sports Reporting, Florida Associated Press; Best Local Sportscaster, Tallahassee Magazine; Best Daily Sportscast, Georgia AP; Best Sports Story, Georgia AP; Best Sports Special, Georgia AP; Best Sports Story, Florida AP; Best Sports Special, Florida AP, Best Sports Series, Florida AP; Best Sports Special Reporting, Florida AP; Best Sports Feature, Florida AP; Best Sports Special; Georgia AP and Best Sports Special Reporting, Georgia AP. Randy was former WCTV TV-6 sports director in Tallahassee, sports writer for Jacksonville Today Magazine, sports writer for Folio Magazine in Jacksonville, assistant sports director for WTLV TV-12 in Jacksonville, sports reporter/producer for WJXT TV-4 in Jacksonville, co-host A.M. morning newsmagazine show on WQCS Radio in Fort Pierce, sports writer/columnist for Stuart News in Stuart, and physical education teacher/head wrestling coach at Forrest High School in Jacksonville. He was very involved in community volunteer activities, some of which include Children's Miracle Network Telethon, statewide host; Jasper Awards Judge; Dick Howser Center Celebrity Waiter; and the American Cancer Society, Jail and Bail. Other survivors include two sons, Ryan Ruditz and Kyle Ruditz; his father, David Ruditz of Port Saint Lucie; and a brother, Robert Ruditz of Boca Raton.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Jun. 2, 2003.

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Pam & Jim Mabry

June 26, 2003

Dear Johnna,



Thank you for letting me know about the ALS foundation. We have always kept in touch with you, Randy & sons through Kelly & Jim. We remember Randy when he appeared on our local sports television stations.



Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

Ceressa Peterson

June 12, 2003

Johnna:

I don't know if you remember me, but I worked for Dr. Hardison about 3 years ago and had the chance to meet Randy. He was a very sweet person and recalling our conversations, you could tell that you and the boys were his life. I know this is a difficult time for all of you. He will be missed by all. Not this this helps, or maybe it will, but there was a reason why God decided that he needed him at this moment, none that makes sense to us but just know you and the boys have your own personal angel watching over you. You will be in our thoughts and prayers!



Ceressa Peterson

Margaret Clarke

June 3, 2003

My Dear Johna and Sons:

Randy has finally gone HOME. Now God will take care of him. May he rest in Peace and may the Lord give you and all the family Peace. I am with you in spirit. Much Love, Aunt Margaret, your Godmother

Eileen Weigle

June 3, 2003

Johnna, we were so sorry to hear about Randy. We shall pray for all of you today and always. You are a true inspiration of love and dedication to your husband and family. Bless you my cousin. Love, Eileen, Mark & Family.

Grace Chatwood

June 3, 2003

Johnna, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You will always be in my prayers. Randy was very lucky to have you by his side. This poem helped me when I lost someone I loved.



God saw that you were getting tired

and a cure was not to be.

So, He put his arms around you

And whispered, Come with me….

With tearful eyes we watched you suffer

We saw you fade away.

Although we loved you dearly

We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating hard,

Working hands were put to rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us

He only takes the best….”



Love Grace

Ruth Adams

June 2, 2003

May God's face shine upon you and the boys, Johnna, and give you peace and comfort. I know His Grace is sufficient even in the valley of the shadow of death. You have been such heros to all of us.

All my love, Ruth

Alison Love Mather

June 2, 2003

Randy's genuine smile and professionalism will always be remembered..as one of the "best" (as he was so well known for)!!. May God bring the peace Randy has now to you and your family.

God Bless.

EDNA thaxton

June 2, 2003

TO THE ENTIRE RUDITZ FAMILIY, I ENJOYED RANDY AS THE SPORTS DIRECTOR AT WCTV HAS NOT BEEN THE SAME SINCE HE LEFT HE WAS THE VERY BEST AND HE WILL BE MISSED GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND MY THOUGHTS LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL!!!!

Dale and Martie Sulak

June 2, 2003

Our most heartfelt condolences to you, Johnna, and the boys. You were his warriors, throughout Randy's battle. May the Lord watch over you and let each day be kinder.

Michelle Barfield

June 2, 2003

Our thoughts are with you Johnna, and your boys.

William Long

June 2, 2003

During the years I lived in Tallahassee, I really enjoyed all the sporting events that you reported on. God Speed.

Lydia Miller

June 2, 2003

I was so sorry to learn of Randy's passing but know that he is no longer suffering and is now at peace with our Lord and Savior. I was at the event in 2002 at your home for Randy. I will always remember that evening forever. You are a strong wonderful woman. God bless you and your boys. Randy was a wonderful man. God be with you and the boys in a very big way. God Bless.

Wayne Folsom

June 2, 2003

My thoughts and prayers with you and the boys as always.

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