Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home

As a young boy of ten years old, while attenting the funeral of his uncle in the United States, Rudy was so impressed by the care and attention given to his family by the attending funeral director that he decided his future was in funeral service and not fishing gear. Rudy received his funeral director's licence in 1967 and worked for a number of years before realizing his dream of operating his own establishment.

In 1977 Rudy and his wife Ilona moved to Oakville where they served the community for over 30 years. Rudy was a big man with a big heart. At 6ft. 4in., he was known for his warm compassionate personality, quick wit and endless generosity. He worked tirelessly on many local fundraising endeavors and community projects. He was specially known for his role as campaign chair for the Canadian Cancer Society's Daffodil Campaign and in 1989 Rudy was named Oakville's Business Person of the year.

An honour he shared with Ilona. Rudy believed in people. He surrounded himself with highly competent staff who became more than just employees; they were family. Together, they provided a level of service dedicated to to the complete care for the families that they serve at a most difficult time.