Obituary of J C Rudd

J C Rudd, age 91, of Clewiston, passed away December 29, 2016 in Clewiston. He was born Dec. 15, 1925 in Okeechobee, FL, to the late James Carl and the late Eva Mae (Clemons) Rudd. He served during World War II in the Army from 6 Nov 45 to 23 Nov 46. He worked for U.S. Sugar for many years as a Dump Operator. He was a loving husband to Frances who preceded him in death on April 19, 2013. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandpa and great-great grandpa who will be greatly missed by all of his family and close friends. J C enjoyed fishing, hunting and pretty much doing anything outside. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include two sons: R. V. Cochran and his wife Sally, Ronnie Rudd and his wife Barbara, two daughters: Carlene Cobb and Tanda McGee and her husband Bart, one brother; Gerald Rudd, two sisters; Hilda Jacob and Geraldine Harvey, fourteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. J C was also preceded in death by his son; Durward Cochran. Funeral services will be held Monday, January 2, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Akin-Davis Funeral Home, Clewiston, with Pastor Dyoll McDuffie officiating. Interment will be Monday, January 2, 2017 in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clewiston. Visitation will be Monday from 1 hour prior to service at Akin-Davis Funeral Home, Clewiston, FL. Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston.