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George J. Rudy, 65

July 20, 2023

George J. Rudy, 65, of Ephrata, passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2023 in Montana. He joins his beloved high school sweetheart in heaven, the late Marianne T. (Strosser) Rudy, with whom he shared more than 39 years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, George was the son of the late Frederick M. Rudy and Geneva M. (Flick) Rudy. He was a 1976 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School and went on to receive mechanical engineering degrees from Lehigh University and University of Pennsylvania. As an entrepreneur, George was the founder of Enterprise Software Products, a company that revolutionized engineering analysis. For 38 years, he developed the program FEMAP that was his life’s work.

George led a vibrant life dedicated to his faith and family. He was a parishioner and lector of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish in Ephrata where he volunteered at the school and served on the board. George was inseparable from his life partner, Marianne, whom he loved unconditionally. The two built their life together around their family and provided a truly warm and loving upbringing for their children. In recent years, they enjoyed fly fishing, building a home, and spending time with their family.

George was described as a humble, devoted father and husband with an incredible work ethic. He treated everyone he met with kindness and was always willing to help no matter what was needed. George was and will continue to be a role model for his sons who are so proud of “Dad.” He was always present and supportive at all their events, whether keeping score at basketball games or simply cheering them on in their pursuits. He loved planning annual family vacations, welcoming his sons’ wives into the family, and becoming a grandfather.

George’s legacy will live on through his three sons, their wives and his grandkids: James and Kara of Los Angeles, CA, David and Lauren of Pittsburgh, PA, and Joseph and Kelsey of Wexford, PA, his cherished granddaughter Hannah, as well as countless friends. He was preceded in passing by his wife Marianne, son Michael, grandson Nathan, his mother Geneva, and his father Fred.

On Sunday, July 30th at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543, friends and family are invited to attend a visitation from 5pm to 7pm.

On Monday, July 31st, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St., Lancaster, PA 17603, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am with Fr. Jim Szobonya, C.Ss.R., as celebrant. Interment will follow at the St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Charles Rd., Bausman, PA. The family will receive guests from 10:30am until the time of Mass.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cherish-Love-Honor Capital Campaign at Lancaster Catholic High School in memory of George.

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December 11, 2023

My heartfelt condolences to George’s family and friends for the loss of a very obviously dedicated and committed family and community man.  I never personally met George and am sorry I never had the pleasure.  The memories of those he loved and who loved him will not be the only markers of George’s incredible legacy.  Some few engineers may have a bridge or a car or a building they could call “theirs”, as some monument to their life’s work. George’s work has been used by thousands of engineers worldwide: creating, inventing, designing, building – quietly solving little and large problems that make the world a better place. Every. Single. Day. For decades.  George’s skill, passion, care and attention-to-detail may not be obvious to those unfamiliar with Femap – but for those of us who use it, George’s work will always be a shining testament to a great man. He will be sorely missed, even by those of us who never met him.
Vernon McKenzie

August 10, 2023

The Rudy family, may George’s last day on earth be his birthday in heaven. You were all so blessed to have such loving and wonderful parents. Sorry for your loss.
Todd Law

July 31, 2023

James and brothers, we were saddend and shocked to hear of the passing of your beloved Father. You had great parents -loving and caring role models. We will keep you in our prayers. Their spirit will remain with you ALWAYS, and their spirit will be kept alive by you, their wonderful sons. 
Kathy and Curt McCaskey

July 30, 2023

On behalf of the Lancaster Catholic Community I offer our deepest sympathy and prayers for the healing and consolation only Jesus can bring. George was an outstanding exemplar of everything Catholic High stands for and a vital leader in our work together to ensure future generations of students have the tools needed to follow in his footsteps.
Tim Hamer

July 30, 2023

Our deepest sympathies for you during this time of loss. George was a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face. Take comfort in knowing that George and Marianne are together again. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. 
Ellen, Craig, and Ben Collister 

July 28, 2023

Thinking of you and praying for you. As though they had wings, may the sorrows in your hearts be gently lifted. 
Shari Strosser

July 28, 2023

Our sincere condolences to the entire Rudy family.  We so enjoyed spending time with your Dad (and Mom) at Joe’s basketball games at LCHS (he played with our son Paul).  They were obviously great parents and great fans.  A good man who will be missed. 
Walt and Karen Senkowski

July 28, 2023

My Sincere Condolences to the Family’s during this time of great sadness and loss. I knew George snd Marianne from LCHS and I have treasured memories. I am so very saddened of hearing this news but do have great comfort George And Marianne are once together, In a most beautiful and elegant place called Heaven. Be of comfort in knowing ” Safely Home”. We shall all meet again together one day and rejoice in our tender Father’s hands, in great love, respect and peace, Robin Kirchner-Wolf( Stumpf)

July 28, 2023

I am deeply saddened to learn of George’s passing. He was an exceptional colleague, and even though my interactions with him were limited, the impact he had on me was profound. George always went above and beyond to lend a helping hand, and his guidance and support made a significant difference in my work.
His absence will undoubtedly be felt in the workplace, as he was not just an indispensable colleague but also a caring and nurturing human being who mentored many of us in the team.
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to his family. May you find strength and solace during this difficult time!
George’s memory will continue to inspire us, and his legacy will live on through the positive impact he had on those fortunate enough to know him. May he rest in peace, and may the new world he’s entered be filled with serenity and comfort.
Sincere condolences,Ashutosh Kaneriya – India

July 27, 2023

James, David and Joe: Your dad and mom were great holy loving parents to you and inspirational friends to me and many others. Now they rest together in God’s loving hands. Prayers and blessings and love to you as you mourn your loss. God bless you and your families. 
 Fr. John McLoughlin,  CSsR.

July 27, 2023

He was an amazing person and someone who I admired greatly.  The world will miss him.  These words come to me from Norman Maclean’s book A River Runs Thru It: “Eventually, all things merge into one, and a river runs through it. The river was cut by the world’s great flood and runs over rocks from the basement of time. On some of those rocks are timeless raindrops. Under the rocks are the words, and some of the words are theirs.I am haunted by waters.”
George Laird

July 27, 2023

Sending our most sincere condolences to all who loved him. George & Marianne were wonderful people who always had a kind word and a friendly hello. We all remember them fondly from LCHS.  Bob & Lynne Leed, our children Tiffany ’04 & Andrew Millay ’10. 
Lynne Leed

July 26, 2023

I keep hearing George and Marianne laugh. Their joy was mine to share on our fishing adventures, I’ve rarely met such a joyous couple. It was an honor to continue that relationship with George, we fished together days before his passing with Joe along for the trip. I’ll dearly miss these two beautiful people.
David Force

July 26, 2023

I’m so very sorry to hear of George’s passing.
He was a brilliant engineer and gifted programmer. I was always impressed by his common sense solutions to complex problems.
He was a great guy and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Jay Medeiros

July 26, 2023

What a guy! George’s laugh could fill a room.Having known Marianne and George for many years they will be missed. They are together again. Sympathies to all the children.  Jeff Hazlett

July 26, 2023

We are so sorry to hear this news. We remember meeting George and Marianne from Joe’s Notre Dame days. What a wonderful couple. May they rest in peace in the Lord.  John & Kathy Vella – Minneapolis

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