Shirley A. Rudy's Obituary
Shirley Rudy, age 84, was called home on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, by the Lord as a reward for her faithfulness. She was born August 14, 1941, in Brighton, Michigan to Frank O. and Helen O. (Phelps) Hebestreit. She graduated from Muskegon High School and continued her education earning a bachelor’s degree. Shirley then received her master’s degree in health science from Grand Valley State University. Before retiring in the early 2000’s, she was a dedicated employee, starting in 1963 working for nearly 40 years with Mercy General Health Partners in the laboratory. Shirley enjoyed genealogy, quilting, gardening, traveling, and reading. She will be missed dearly. She is survived by her one son, David (Elizabeth) Dykema; two beloved grandchildren, Magann of La Crosse, WI and Alexander of Muskegon, MI; and sister, Denise (Steven) Perez of Rockford, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank (Helen) Hebestreit; husband, Robert S. Rudy in May of 2002; sister, Joan (Phil) Flater in September of 2024; and many cherished family members. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 with visitation one-hour prior. Memorial Contributions in her honor can be directed to the American Heart Association or the Muskegon Area District Library. Shirley will be laid to rest at Sunrise Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Share memories with the family at https://www.sytsemafh.com.
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