Earl J. Ruden Obituary
The world bids farewell to Earl J. Ruden (Monticello, Iowa), departing on May 25, 2025 at the age of 76. Earl leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Earl J. Ruden to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nick Ruden and Clara Ruden (Fangmann); his parents-in-law, William Hildebrand and Loretta Hildebrand (Egloff); his brother Dennis Ruden; his brother-in-law Vernon Kennedy; his nephew Tom Kennedy (Vicky); and his great-nephew Bradley M. Kennedy.
He is survived by: his wife Karen L. Ruden of Dubuque, IA; his son Kyle Ruden (Amanda) of Blanchardville, WI; his sister Joan Kennedy of Dyersville, IA; his siblings-in-law, Linda Ruden of Dubuque, IA and Mike Hildebrand (Lou) of Rockford, IL.; his nieces, Gayle Barkema (Kevin) of Conrad, IA and Nancy Griffin (Tom) of Houston, TX; and his nephew Randy Ruden (Nikki) of Osseo, MN.
