Robert James Rudnick, 80, of La Porte, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at his home.
Robert was born in Michigan City, IN, on October 12, 1934 to Earl L and Loretta (Heise) Rudnick, Sr.
On November 18, 1961 in Rolling Prairie he married Joan (Lapczynski) Rudnick who survives. Also surviving are his children; Gregory (Sharon) Rudnick of La Porte, Timothy (Diane) Rudnick of La Porte; grandchildren, Bryan (Erin) Rudnick of Kendallville, IN, Hattie Rudnick of La Porte, Jeanna Miller of La Porte, Chad Ulam of Phoenix, AZ, Jacob and Brett Ulam of Michigan City; great grandchildren, Zayne, Zoey, and Zachary; sister, Nancy (Tom) Urbanski of Ocala, FL, as well as many nieces, nephews, and loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Earl Rudnick, Jr.
Robert worked as an electrician at US Steel Mill for 34 years and proudly served his country in the United States Navy . He was a member of the Rolling VFW 9423, Mason Lodge 291, and he enjoyed fishing and golf.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Rev. Evan Lash officiating. A time of visitation will be held on Friday, July 17, 2015 from 4-8 PM and on Saturday from 10 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to VNA Hospice, 901 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN 46360 or the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.