John Paul DeRudder's obituary , Passed away on July 4, 2025 in Bridger, Montana

John Paul DeRudder

March 2, 1942 - July 4, 2025 (83 years old)

Bridger, Montana

John Paul DeRudder's obituary , Passed away on July 4, 2025 in Bridger, Montana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Downtown Funeral Chapel

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John Paul DeRudder

March 2, 1942 - July 4, 2025 (83 years old)

Bridger, Montana

John Paul DeRudder Obituary

We bid farewell to John Paul DeRudder (Bridger, Montana), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 4, 2025 at the age of 83. John Paul touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Carol Lynn Ochs; his son Scott; and his parents, Edward DeRudder and Marie DeRudder (Delmonica). He is survived by: his children, Joni and Shane; his grandchildren, Casey Coburn (Chris), Sierra Deming (Logan), Trey Sparks (Neveah), Jessica Eichel (Cody), Kraig Zeigler, Jennifer Winchell (Zack), Tifani Brooks (Dustin), Jonathon DeRudder (Danielle) and Karissa Lueck (Chad); his sister Virginia Shatto; and his sister-in-law Karen DeRudder. He is also survived by 21 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Clark's Fork Valley Ambulance Service.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Downtown Funeral Chapel



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500 CHARACTERS

Thu

July 10

Rosary

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
209 S 4th St, Bridger, MT 59014

Fri

July 11

Visitation

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
209 S 4th St, Bridger, MT 59014

Fri

July 11

Funeral service

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
209 S 4th St, Bridger, MT 59014

Fri

July 11

Graveside service

Bridger Cemetery Cemetery

Fri

July 11

Reception

Bridger Civic Center
925 S 27th Street, BRIDGER, MT 59101

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