Donald H. Rudolph

Donald H. “Don” Rudolph, 90, of Waukesha, passed away on December 18, 2020, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital.

Don was born on January 1, 1930, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Edmund and Helen (nee Herman) Rudolph. He was united in marriage to Leona Surma in Milwaukee on August 6, 1949.  Leona preceded Don in death on November 4, 2011.

Those Don leaves behind to cherish his memory include two children, Donna (John) Hengstler and Glenn (Elisabeth) Rudolph. Four granddaughters; Amie (Barrett) Macejkovic; Christa Haessler (Warren Smith); Alyssia Rudolph (Alex Delgado); and Amanda Rudolph (Jeffrey Sanders).  Five great-grandchildren:  Lander and Toland Macejkovic; Cole Haessler; Amelyah and Hayzel Cox. Dear friend and companion of Yoriko LaMarsh. As well as other relatives and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Don was preceded in death by a brother, Gordon Rudolph.

Don enjoyed an active lifestyle.  His passions included square dancing, hunting, fishing, bowling, playing cards with friends, roller skating, tennis, traveling and playing pickleball.  His passion for playing pickleball earned him a gold and silver medal in the senior Olympics.

In honor of Don’s wishes, a celebration of his life and private family services will be held at a later date.

The Myrhum – Patten Funeral Home has been entrusted with Don’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.