Roger W. Rudder

Roger Willis Rudder, 90, of Villa Grove, IL passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at Newman Rehab and Healthcare Center in Newman, IL.

Roger was born on January 6, 1936 at Jarman Hospital in Tuscola, IL to Ralph and Oakie (McKee) Rudder.  He married Mary DeMoss on June 26, 1955 at Pleasant Hill Methodist Church in rural Sidney, IL.

He is survived by his loving and very devoted wife, Mary Rudder; son, Don (Laura) Rudder; grandchildren, Brandon (Jenna) Rudder and Rachel Rudder; and great-grandchildren, Holly, Rowan, Bryce, Addysen, and Emersyn Rudder.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Kathleen Courson, son David Rudder, a niece, and a nephew.

Roger grew up in Allerton, IL and graduated from ABL High School in 1954.  He worked at Courson Hardware for 38 years. Roger enjoyed camping with family and friends, collecting International Harvester toy tractors, square-dancing, and woodworking.  Roger got great joy from being with his grandchildren.

A visitation will be held from 1-2pm, Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Joines Funeral Home in Villa Grove, IL.  Graveside service will be held at Locust Grove Cemetery in Philo, IL immediately following the visitation.

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