Kay Burr Rudd Oct. 19, 1933-April 8, 2013

Kay Burr Rudd, 79, of Hermiston, passed away of natural causes on April 8, 2013.

Kay was born on Oct. 19, 1933 in Parker, Idaho, to Lila C. Burr and Melvin John Rudd. He married Mae Hunter on June 19, 1958 in Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Kay worked as an insurance agent and realtor, but was a farmer at heart. He planted a big garden every year and loved to share what he grew. Kay’s greatest love was his family and he told them every chance he got. He set a wonderful example of faith in a loving God. He demonstrated commitment and devotion to the Gospel of Jesus Christ always, as he lovingly served others. Eagerly sharing this message to others was a great joy in his life. He was a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Church to the Eastern States Mission in the Kentucky area as a young man and later with his wife Mae in Peoria, Ill., Mission in 2001-2003. He was a true example of everything that is right and good in the world.

He is survived by his wife, Mae; seven children and their spouses, Steven (Francine) Rudd of Salt lake City, Curtis (Elaine) Rudd of Park City, Lori (Jorge) Portugal of Pasco, Wash., Lisa (Derick) Reddington of La Grande, Joseph (Barbara) Rudd of Boise, Idaho, Jerott (Teresa) Rudd of Boise, Idaho, and Camille (Doug) Jorgenson of Pasco, Wash.; 25 grandchildren, Stesha, Teren, Dallin, Maleia, Nicole, Kelsey, Krista, Colton, Efrain, Shanda, Tyler, Kristofer, Michael, Zachary, Kaylee, Kierstin, Tanner, Mckenzie, Hannah, Jacob, Sarah, Emily, Ben, Andrew and Eric; one great-grandchild, Dakota; brothers, Merrill (J’lene) and Larry (Gayle) Rudd; Sisters Karma (Kimball) Hansen, Myrna Hardy, and Lenna (Gail) Burkinshaw.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, M.J. and Clyde Rudd; and infant son Michael John.

A memorial service was held on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the LDS Church in Hermiston. Kay was laid to rest on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the Parker Cemetery in Parker, Idaho next to his parents and infant son.

Memorials may be made to Vange John Memorial Hospice, 645 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston, 97838.

Please send condolences at burnsmortuaryhermiston.com

Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.