Yesterday I got an email from the daughter of a DD-467 man, Ronald Rhude. Mr. Rhude passed away on the 15th at age 96. Below is the contents of his obituary with a few edits because his service and burial have passed. If anyone would like to contact the family personally, let me know. Thank you to Kate Fontaine for keeping me informed of your Dad's passing.
Ronald Chesley Rhude, age 96, passed away on Monday, June 15th, 2020 at home with his family by his side. Ronald was born on January 8, 1924 in Pugwash, Nova Scotia. He was the son of the late Charles and Violet (Lockhart) Rhude. Following his education, Ron joined the U.S. Navy in 1942 and served aboard the USS Strong (DD-467, which sunk on July 5th, 1943) and received his honorable discharge in 1945. His career began at Western Electric and later he worked as an electrician at General Electric Co., Schenectady. Later, he became an insurance consultant for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. where he worked for a fulfilling 27 years. After retiring, he was determined to stay busy and he took up some work at Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake for 20 years. He resided in Burnt Hills since 1963 where he raised his family and enjoyed many special times. His legacy lives on deep in his children and grandchildren as he taught them the values of hard work and commitment. Ron always had a side job going on and taught his skills to those he loved. Ron had many outdoor interests like fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed attending and vending at the local antique markets. He loved a chance at the slots and often ventured out to the casinos. Ron was a giver and he volunteered his time and dedicated himself to many organizations including the B.P.O.E. lodge and the Free Masons. To all who knew him, Ron was considered a perfectionist.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Marion S. Rhude; his wonderful children William (Holly) Rhude, Kathleen (James) Fontaine, Wayne (Loretta) Rhude and Doreen Brooks; and his grandchildren Chuck (Lisa) O’Neil, Kellie (David) Viddivo, Meredith Weller, Paul (Alese) Fontaine, Jenn (Adam) Frenzel , Tim (Jeannie) Fontaine, Jason Rhude, Kyle (Katie) Rhude, Lindsay (Chuck) Freeland, Kenny (Andrea) Brooks, Eliz (Jim) Jennings, and Sean Brooks.
Along with his parents, Ronald is predeceased by his brother John Rhude and sister Barbara Ireland.
Interment was with military honors at Gerald B.H Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. Committal service at the cemetery was livestreamed via the Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home Facebook Page.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ronald Chesley Rhude please visit our Tribute Store.
Rest in peace and smooth sailing, Mr. Rhude.
-Tammi
Ronald Chesley Rhude, age 96, passed away on Monday, June 15th, 2020 at home with his family by his side. Ronald was born on January 8, 1924 in Pugwash, Nova Scotia. He was the son of the late Charles and Violet (Lockhart) Rhude. Following his education, Ron joined the U.S. Navy in 1942 and served aboard the USS Strong (DD-467, which sunk on July 5th, 1943) and received his honorable discharge in 1945. His career began at Western Electric and later he worked as an electrician at General Electric Co., Schenectady. Later, he became an insurance consultant for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. where he worked for a fulfilling 27 years. After retiring, he was determined to stay busy and he took up some work at Lakeside Farms in Ballston Lake for 20 years. He resided in Burnt Hills since 1963 where he raised his family and enjoyed many special times. His legacy lives on deep in his children and grandchildren as he taught them the values of hard work and commitment. Ron always had a side job going on and taught his skills to those he loved. Ron had many outdoor interests like fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed attending and vending at the local antique markets. He loved a chance at the slots and often ventured out to the casinos. Ron was a giver and he volunteered his time and dedicated himself to many organizations including the B.P.O.E. lodge and the Free Masons. To all who knew him, Ron was considered a perfectionist.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Marion S. Rhude; his wonderful children William (Holly) Rhude, Kathleen (James) Fontaine, Wayne (Loretta) Rhude and Doreen Brooks; and his grandchildren Chuck (Lisa) O’Neil, Kellie (David) Viddivo, Meredith Weller, Paul (Alese) Fontaine, Jenn (Adam) Frenzel , Tim (Jeannie) Fontaine, Jason Rhude, Kyle (Katie) Rhude, Lindsay (Chuck) Freeland, Kenny (Andrea) Brooks, Eliz (Jim) Jennings, and Sean Brooks.
Along with his parents, Ronald is predeceased by his brother John Rhude and sister Barbara Ireland.
Interment was with military honors at Gerald B.H Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. Committal service at the cemetery was livestreamed via the Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home Facebook Page.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ronald Chesley Rhude please visit our Tribute Store.
Rest in peace and smooth sailing, Mr. Rhude.
-Tammi
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