Mr. Edward J. Ruud's Obituary
Mr. Edward J. Ruud, age 88, passed away Monday morning, December 31, 2012. He was born July 31, 1924 in Muskegon Heights, MI to Hans and Georgiana (Renault) Ruud. Mr. Ruud worked for Teledyne Continental Motors for 42 years before retiring in 1987. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and belonged to the Holy Name Society. Ed was also the 7th and 8th grade football coach for Muskegon Catholic Central for many years. On November 17, 1956 he married the former Donna Elizabeth Beard in Muskegon Heights and she preceded him in death on November 11, 2006. SURVIVORS include 2 children, Thomas Ruud of Sparta, MI, Karen Newmyer of Muskegon; 3 grandchildren, Katelynn, Ashley, and Joseph Newmyer; 2 brothers, Fredrick “Pat” (Theresa) Ruud, Francis (Emily) Ruud both of Muskegon; many nieces and nephews; and his grand dog, “Bailey”. He was also preceded in death by 7 brothers and 4 sisters. THE FUNERAL LITURGY will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (150 E. Summit Ave.) with the Rev. Fr. Antony Britto presiding. VISITATION with the family will be from 6-8 PM Thursday at The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St., (231) 798-1100. Donations to the family to help defray funeral expenses will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their On-line Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com
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