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John Elmer Ruddock
John E. Ruddock, a lifelong resident of Malden, died Saturday, February 7, 2009 at his home, he was 81. Born on March 6, 1927 in Malden, he was the son of the late Carl and Mabel (Murray) Ruddock. John was raised and educated in Malden. On February 28, 1945, John enlisted into the U.S. Coast Guard to help fight for our country during World War II. He was honorably discharged on May 29, 1946, having attained the rank of Seaman, 1st Class. Upon his return home, John began his family and went to work for the City of Malden. He was employed with the Malden Housing Authority in their maintenance department. He worked with them for over 22 years until his retirement in 1995. John was a member of the V.F.W. Post #639 in Malden as well as a member of the American Legion, Post #9 in Malden. John is survived by his children, Karen M. Ruddock, Thomas J. Ruddock and his wife, Janie and their children, T.J. and Charlee, and Steven M. Ruddock, all of Malden, and Martin C. Ruddock of Florida. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his son, John W. Ruddock. Visitation will be held in the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem Street, Malden on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 from 4 to 8 PM. A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2009 in the Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden at 10AM. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the Forest Street gates at 9:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham MA 01701- 9376. Weir MacCuish Funeral Home (781) 322-0834
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