Esther Jane Rudy, age 88, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025
surrounded by her children at UPMC West Shore Hospital. Born November
28, 1936 in Trevorton, PA she was the daughter of Hazel and Russel
Wilkinson.
She is survived by her sister Irene Radabaugh, daughters Yvonne McSherry,
Lois Jacobs, Sue Wood, Donna Rudy, and son Russ Rudy. Esther is also
survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was
predeceased by husband Harry Rudy Jr., son Barry, and daughter Barb.
Esther was a stay-at-home mom in which she took great pride. She was her
happiest when she was surrounded by her family, grandchildren, and great
grandchildren.
She spent the last 2 ½ years of her life at Transitions Healthcare Allens Cove
with her recently deceased inseparable companion, Patricia Bennett. She
enjoyed playing bingo, doing jigsaw puzzles, and making crafts with her
friends.
A viewing will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 23, at Enola
Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 22 Salt Road, Enola, PA, with the
service beginning at 11 a.m. The family invites all in attendance to join them
afterwards for a luncheon in the church social hall. A private burial will take
place at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville PA at the convenience of the family
where Esther will be laid to rest with her late husband.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Esther’s memory
to a cause close to your heart.
The Sullivan Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rudy family.
www.sullivanfuneralservices.com
6 comments on “Esther J. Rudy”
I met Esther at Kinkora Nursing Home. I knew her son Russ & met her through him. My Mother is in the same Nursing Home as Esther. When I’d go into see my Mother, I would stop in to see Esther & Pat.
Esther was a very sweet lady & I enjoyed talking to her. She was always happy to see to see me. She was a sweetie & so funny.I already miss visiting her & Pat. She was a joy to have met.
Ester will be missed i will always remember our talks and laughs together with her and Patricia Bennett her roommate
Fly high love you
Mrs. Rudy was a family friend for decades and was my grandma’s neighbor at the nursing home. It was always such a pleasure to visit her because she had the best sense of humor and a heart of gold. She always checked in on my grandma and was one of a kind. The world is a less bright place without her light.
I am so sorry to see this and please know I am with you in spirit even though I am so far away. My prayers of peace and comfort go out to all the family.
Always remember going to the Rudy’s as a teenager, Esther & Harry always made you feel at home, Esther always treated us like one of the family
The best Nana ever ❤️