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Joseph Rudolf Obituary
Rudolf, Joseph of Dolton, age 72, passed away December 14, 2005, beloved husband of Mildred (nee Snyder) of 48 years, proud father of Joanne (Paul) Spisak, Joe (Cheri) Rudolf Jr., John (Becky) Rudolf and Jim Rudolf, loving grandfather of Dianna, Paul Jr., Racquel, John Jr. and Mackenzie, brother-in-law of George (Peggy) Snyder, Robert (Jean) Snyder and the late Don (Nancy) Snyder, preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Anna and his brothers, Emil and George. Served his country in the U.S Army for two years. Worked for Rudolf Express for 50 years. Dock worker, truck driver, dispatcher and terminal manager. He was extremely dedicated to his job and very proud of his family name on the side of all the trucks. Resting at the Hennessy Nowak Funeral Home, 400 Pulaski Rd., (154th St.) Calumet City. Visitation Friday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, December 17, 2005, Prayers 9 a.m. to St. Mary Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. 708-862-5454 
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Martin Prisby
December 16, 2005
To the Rudolf Family, my deepest condolences. Mr. Rudolf always had a smile on his face and loved life to the fullest. You always new his wife and children were the reason for that. May you find peace knowing that he is now at rest.
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Diana Spisak
December 15, 2005
Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. We were very lucky to have such a caring man like Grandpa in our family. He is in a better place now with no more suffering.
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