Clara Cornelia Sudbeck Obituary
Clara Cornelia Sudbeck (Ames, Iowa) passed away on June 19, 2026. Clara, born on July 26, 1934, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Clara will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Clara will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Clara’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond Gregg and Emily Gregg; her brothers, Orville, Vernon and Lorace; her husband Ralph Sudbeck; and her son-in-law Norm Rutz.
She is survived by: her children, Karen Rutz of Ankeny and Mike Sudbeck of Longmont, Colorado.; her granddaughters, Erica Ermel, Lindsey Rutz, Emma Sudbeck and Rachel Sudbeck; and her great grandchild Claire Ermel.
