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1930
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2015
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Robert Rudge Obituary
MILLBURY - Robert J. Rudge, 85, passed away on Friday, October 2nd with his family by his side. He leaves his loving wife of 64 years, Christine O. (Larson) Rudge; his son, Curt R. Rudge and his wife JoAnn of Millbury; three grandchildren, Derek Rudge and his wife Melissa, Milissa Obara and her husband Daniel and Brianne Dauderis; four great grandchildren, Taylor, Trey, Owen and Elizabeth; his brother, Ronald Rudge of Millbury and many nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by three brothers, Richard Rudge, Alfred Howard Rudge and Sidney V. "Bud" Rudge.
Robert, along with his triplet brothers Ronald and Richard, was born in Worcester, son of Alfred H. and Annie E. (Greenhalge) Rudge and was a graduate of South High School. Robert and his brother, Ron, owned and operated Greenwood Service Station for many years. He was a 50 year member of the Olive Branch A.F. & A.M. in Millbury, Scottish Rite and the Aleppo Temple Shriners. Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting and was a big hockey fan. He also loved spending time with his family and friends at his home in Harwich.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 9th at 11:00 am at First Congregational Church of Millbury, 148 West Main St. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements are in the care of LINDQUIST LUNDIN FUNERAL HOME, 36 Butler St., Worcester.
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for Robert Rudge
October 8, 2015
Christine,Curt,JoAnn and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Robert will always have a special place in my heart. Hope all the good memories help heal your hearts. Love Gail Walsh
October 8, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Rudge family at this sad time. Anne Marie (Greenhalge) Rossetti
Wynton Adams
October 7, 2015
Please accept my most sincere condolences. If I Remember correctly we served on the Finance Committee together and I was a customer at the gas station. Wyn Adams, former selectman.
Deborah O'Leary
October 7, 2015
My thoughts and Prayers are with the Ridge Family. God Bless You All Debbie O'Leary
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Bethany Caruso
October 7, 2015
To the Rudge Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Timothy and Bethany (Popham) Caruso
Kim Cadrin (Prior)
October 6, 2015
To the entire Rudge Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories get you through this sad time. Thinking of you all.
October 5, 2015
Uncle Robert was one of the most influential people in my life. I learned far more about life than any educational institution that i attended. He will forever be remembered as a great man who put family first. Paul
Laurie McGovern
October 5, 2015
Sorry for your loss Bri.
Cathie & Joe Manning
October 5, 2015
Bri and Milissa,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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