Michael E. Rudd, Sr.
Michael E. “Magic” Rudd, Sr., age 56, of Quincy, died on Saturday, March 24, 2018 in Blessing Hospital. He was born on September 11, 1961 in Quincy, the son of Harold Edward Rudd, Sr. and Marilyn Virginia Green.
Michael Rudd was the ultimate QHS Blue Devil. He will be remembered for electrifying crowds, his Mighty Mouse game, and a personality that radiated across gym floors. He was a true magician with the basketball, hence the name “MAGIC”
Mike was a legend on and off the court. Throughout the years he inspired and touched many through his community involvement.
He was a dedicated entrepreneur opening up his own lawn care service, Magic’s Lawn Care, which greatly served his community.
Mike served as a head coach for QYBA for many years. He taught private basketball lessons, and was a head coach at Quincy Junior High School. He mentored many coaches, and emphasized on teaching basketball through the children and to always have fun. Throughout his career as a coach, he taught life lessons that are utilized on the court and will be remembered for a lifetime.
Mike was a referee for many years, but he was not in the gym to only call the game. He utilized his platform to teach and motivate the players to be better players in the game and life.
Aside from basketball, he was a loving father and papa. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and seeing them laugh. Most of all, making his kids happy and seeing them smile was his ultimate accomplishment.
Mike was a loving brother, son and friend. He had a special spirit that could light up a room. Once you were introduced to his magic, you would never forget it. He will be greatly remembered for his love for all people, dedication to the youth, and being the great person we all grew to love.
“If your yard looks tragic, call on Magic!”
Mike is survived by his children: Sharnel (Melissa) Shaw of Columbia, MO, Jason (Laura) Shaw of Quincy, Michael Rudd, Jr. of Kansas City, MO, Briton Rudd of Marietta, GA and Brandi Rudd of Columbia, MO; brothers, Harold Rudd, Jr., Randy Rudd, Stanley Rudd and Rodrick Rudd all of Quincy and Mark Rudd of Colorado Springs, CO; sisters, Jan M. Green of Quincy and Aunt Buena Brooks of Quincy; fourteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Rudd and a sister Rosalyn Rudd.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Baldwin Gym. Interment in Greenmount Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research or the website gofundme.com/magic039s-homecoming for people to send donations to help with funeral costs.
Our deepest sympathy to the family. It’s interesting how our lives pass each other. I (Joanne) didn’t know Mike as an adult only grade school age. Went to summer school at Dewey Schl. and met him & we had a blast. Was a friendly kid. I was at QND & he was QHS graduated same year. Last 25yr’s my husband & I live across the street from the Rudd’s family house back then on 15th College. Would seem from all the wonderful condolences he wasn’t just a friendly kid but a kind adult. Prayer’s for you all..
Dear Rudd Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mike was one of a kindest, nicest, happiest, loveable, funniest guys you were ever going to know. You always knew it was going to be good night at the ballfield with Mike around with his happy go lucky self! He meant so much to so many. He will certainly be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Stover Family
We wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy at Michael’s passing. We had not met him personally until our boys played softball with and against him. He affectionately called us “mom and pops” after our first meeting. The smiles and kindnesses of Michael will always be remembered. May he rest in peace.
What a wonderful man. Because we know that no one goes through life alone, I pray that you will take comfort in the role you played in his life, allowing him the opportunity to be so much for so many. My sympathy to you all.
As a 1980 graduate I was honored by being in the QHS stands and privileged to watch this amazing basketball player, when he played. My prayers and sympathy to all the Rudd family.
Dear Harold and Rudd family,
We are saddened to learn that Michael is gone. His life is a story that will be long remembered. All of us who knew him benefitted from his “magic”. We send our condolences to family and friends.
Prayers for everyone who was lucky enough to know Magic! Truly one of a kind. Such a great person and was always so great with the kids…my boys included.
Our condolences to all the Rudd family. Our heart and prayers go out to the whole Rudd family.He was great friend and team mate. We will never forget that smile. And would always say love ya man. He will be missed by many. . God bless. Dennis and Qualla Wingerter
Please accept my deepest your families loss. Magic was an inspiration to young aspiring Quincy athletes for many years. Magic’s basketball ability is well documented but his fierce competitive spirit is something I’ll never forget. I witnessed this at both the high school and collegiate level. I was blessed to call him friend. May God comfort you in this difficult time but know his legacy will live on through numerous athletes and friends he touched.
Coach it was such a pleasure to work with you over the years at QJHS with boys basketball and everywhere else we met when you were reffing. You were such a positive force for so many. You will be so missed! Condolences and prayers for your family, friends, and loved ones. ~Colombo
Dear Rudd family Michael will be greatly missed. He was a fierce competitor and a Awesome friend. He is in the hands of the Lord watching our tears pour out. But this time is a Celebration of a Awesome Blessed Life. Keep your eyes on the Lord and one day We will see him again. God Bless his children and grandchildren and his Father and siblings. Our Loss is God’s gain. Many Prayers for you. Deepest condolences . Minister Dane and Veronica Humphrey..
Prayers from the Barnes Family. Michael was a wonderful person and will be missed. #Bluedevilpride
Condolences to the entire Rudd Family. Magic was a truly wonderful person, who will be dearly missed.
Dear Rudd Family,
We feel privileged to have called Mike our friend. What a player, what a referee, what a coach, what a friend and what an “all-around” good guy. We shall miss him.
Sincerely,
Dick & Pat Wentura
From the Bias Family our hearts and prayers goes out to the Rudd Family during your time of loss…Magic was a legend to me and my family on and off the courts. Wendell Sr.
Our condolences go out to the entire Rudd family may our prayers and blessing be with you at this time. He was loved by many and will be missed by thousands.