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Maurice E. Ruddy
Born: 7/22/1934
Died: 12/4/2016
Age: 82
Community: Maple Grove Twp, MI
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Maurice Edward Ruddy
Age 82 of New Lothrop passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at St. Michael Catholic Church of Maple Grove. Burial will follow at St. Michael Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 6 at Nelson-House Funeral Homes New Lothrop Chapel from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00pm, with a Prayer service at 7:00pm.
Maurice was born on July 22, 1934 to Harold and Margaret M. (Reddy) Ruddy in Montrose. He was the second youngest of 9 living children in a farm family devoted to their Christian faith and to their Irish heritage, values he instilled deeply in his children and grandchildren. He graduated from St. Michael High School with the class of 1952 where he excelled in track on the high school team. He then earned a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Michigan. He also served in the United States Army. On October 12, 1957, he married Betty Streng at St. Michael Church; they celebrated 59 years of marriage this year.
Maurice worked as a teacher, coach, and bus driver for St. Michael School for many years. He also owned and operated his own school supply company, DESCO. During his life, Maurice enjoyed traveling and golfing and loved being with family and friends. He especially loved a good game of cards. He was a huge fan of the Michigan Wolverines and the Detroit Tigers, and he loved going to his grandchildren's sporting events and activities. He was also a lifelong member of St. Michael's Catholic Church, where he led daily Word and Communion services.
Maurice is survived by his wife, Betty; his children, Nancy Ruddy, Annette (Joe) Simaz, Kevin Ruddy, Steve (Brenda) Ruddy, and Cathy Ruddy; his son-in- law, Kurt Linzey; his 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Rev. Fr. Paul Ruddy, Dan (Jane) Ruddy, and Art (Janet) Ruddy; his sister, Kate (Bill) Flynn; his sisters-in- law, Betty and Pat Ruddy; as well as many other loving family and friends.
He is predeceased by his daughter, Nora Linzey; his grandson, Craig Linzey; his brothers, Ralph, Bob, and Ray Ruddy; and his sister, Mary (Virgil) Verhaeghe.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Twin Township Ambulance or the Maple Grove Fire Department.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.nelson-house.com. |
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12/6/2016 |
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12/7/2016 |
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Nelson-House Funeral Home
17994 Lincoln Rd.
New Lothrop, MI 48460Get a Map to this location...
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