David O. Rudd
David O. Rudd, 56, of Springfield died at 4:55 a.m. on Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born March 4, 1955 in Elmhurst, IL to John Owen and Pauline Lumina Pelletier Rudd and they preceded him in death.
He married Gayla S. Smith on July 14, 1984 and she survives. Also surviving are two sisters-in-law, Kendra (Allen) Millard of Shelton, WA and Nancy (Mark) Heard of Sesser, IL; a brother-in-law, Ron Smith of West Frankfort, IL; mother-in-law, Eileen Smith of West Frankfort, IL; several nieces and nephews and his Bouvier, Kozmo.
David lived in Springfield for the past 27 years. He received a BA in Political Science in May of 1977 from SIU Carbondale and a JD from SIUC School of Law in May of 1980.
He was employed by Gallatin-River Communications as a Lobbyist and Attorney and formerly worked at the Illinois Commerce Commission.
He was a member of the Island Bay Yacht Club, Illinois Telecommunications Association, Illinois Bar Association and was a Registered Lobbyist. He enjoyed sailing and boating, traveling and was a great cook.
A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League.
Madelon Kuchera posted on 7/24/11
I have had the pleasure of knowing David for over 20 years. I first met Dave while working at the Illinois Commerce Commission. His good nature was infectious. As both of our careers evolved, our paths continued to pass. Every time I think of David I cannot but help but be amused --- he had an incredible sense of humor which I absolutely adored. I had not see Dave in years but last April I ended up in Springfield and ran into him at the capitol. We immediately agreed to go lunch after the meetings. Upon his recommendation, we ended up going to Maldaner's and we ended up staying for over three hours catching up. He had so many friends that he had to tell me about. As always, he had me in stitches! I will always have fond memories of David. He lived life fully. He adored and valued his life with his wife, family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family. David was truly one of a kind!!!!!