David Ray Rudicil
December 30, 1941 to April 10, 2025
Obituary
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David Ray Rudicil passed peacefully on April 10th, 2025. Born December 30, 1941, he lived an amazing 83 years surrounded by family and friends. Originally from Morganton, North Carolina, and laid to rest in St. John’s, Newfoundland beside his beloved and cherished wife. The day David passed there was certainly a party in heaven. To know him was to love him and to be loved by him was so special. He was a kind and caring man known to help everyone and anyone. His southern twang and gentle nature will forever be fondly remembered.
Predeceased by the great love of his life, his wife, Elizabeth “Betty Ann” Howell; his mother Dorothy Rudicil; Father William Ray Rudicil; brothers Charles Rudicil, Jerry Rudicil; sister Nancy Rudicil; beloved mother-in-law Helen Howell; father-in-law Albert Howell; brother-in-law Dennis Howell; and special sister-in law Gail Howell.
Dave spent many years as a U.S. serviceman in the Argentia Naval Air Station. While in Newfoundland, he met and married his wife, Elizabeth. He then traveled and served for the United States Navy for 19 years. During this time, he became a father to three children, David, Samantha, and Ursula. He then settled back to Newfoundland near his wife’s family to raise their children.
He is leaving behind with heavy hearts his children David Rudicil Jr, Samantha Mathewson (Eric), Ursula Barnes; and his grandchildren Megan Mathewson, Kayla Walshe, Zachary Mathewson (Mollie), Erika Rudicil, Melissa Mathewson, and Jasmine Barnes. He was honored to be a great grandfather to Jaxon Walshe Chipman. Sadly, missed. Survived by his youngest brother Ed (Juanita) in North Carolina; brother-in-laws Alec, (Sandy), Wayne, Frank, Jimmy, Gary (Joanne), Darren (Renee); and sister-in-laws Gwen Williams (Dave), Patsy Beaudry (Gerald), Margaret Howell (Joe), Sherry Lewis (Herbert), Kathy Hunt (Kevin), Cynthia Jackman (William),
Dave spent his final years at the Caribou Memorial Veterans Pavilion. His final days were spent with his daughter Ursula and two granddaughters Erika, Jasmine and bonus grandson Nathan Slaney by his side.
We would like to thank the staff of Caribou Memorial Veterans Pavilion for taking such amazing care of David. He was very fortunate to have the kind of care and compassion that was shown in abundance. A special thank you to Julie, Darryl, Jackie, Dana, Jess, Michelle, Kim, and so many more including the commissionaires. You treated him as if he was your own and that was all we could ever have hoped for. We will miss you forever and we were so fortunate to have you in our lives.
Visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, located at 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, April 13th from 2-4 and 7-9.
A Funeral service will be held on Monday, April 14th at 12pm at the Carnell Memorial Chapel, located on 329 Freshwater.
Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery located on 799 Topsail Road.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on April 13, 2025
7-9 p.m. on April 13, 2025
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
12:00pm, Monday April 14th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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Interment
12:00pm, Monday April 14th
Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
Located at 799 Topsail Road
Sending condolences to Uncle Dave’s children, family and loved ones. I have many fond memories of being in their home on Newfoundland Court at Christmas time and the fun parties, dancing and shenanigans in their rec room. Memories I will carry with me for a life time.
Mom (Olive) lovenly recalls the great times spent socializing together during the weekends at their home in the battery, the laughs shared and even being together on the night the Ocean Ranger went down.
It was a beautiful service, we sure wish we could have been there to support you all in this difficult, difficult time.
All our love,
Sherra, Billy, Kiele, and Ollie
the loss of a father brings untold sadness and grief….Samantha and David…I hope you find it in your hearts to move forward with your life(s)….I have good memories of you both…God Bless
Ursula,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. The obituary was lovely and painted a picture of a interesting and loving person. I hope you’re finding comfort and peace with your family during this difficult time.
Please take gentle care
Vanessa Hyland
I will always love you uncle Dave. It’s hard to say goodbye, but we all know through Jesus we will see each other again.
Your niece, Gail, Wayne and family.
Rest Easy Dave. It was a pleasure to know you. You will be missed by all of us . Rest easy my friend .
My Deepest Condolence of the loss of Dear Dave . My heart is with his Children , Grandchildren and their spouses . Dave was a big part of our Family and a Wonderful Son in law and Brother in Law . He was American born and Came to Newfoundland with my Sister Betty and their Kids to make a life here . He was the type of man you could always count on . He was there with a helping hand or a listening ear . My childhood will always be great because he was part of it . I as well as all the Howell Family were Blessed to have him as part of our Family . We are comforted knowing his now in Heaven with the love of his life , my Sister Betty . Fly high with the Angels Dear Brother in Law . Missed and Loved Forever …. God Bless
Ursula and family, my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. May you cherish your memories forever.
Our sincere condolences to my nephew Dave and nieces Samantha and Ursula and their children on the passing of their dad and granddad. I only have wonderful fond memories of my dear brother in-law Dave. I remember being a young girl and when my older sister Betty and Dave would drive home from the States for a visit, in their big fancy car, we as young kids would sit and wait anxiously on the front steps waiting for their arrival to see what they have brought back to us young kids from USA. Dave was a wonderful dad and a fabulous husband. He was always there for Betty their kids and family, thought the good times and not so good. I sure will remember all he good times we shared over he years, one of my fondest memories is the parties that Dave and Betty hosted, and when the song, “Let’s Twist Again” By Chubby Checker came on, I knew instantly that myself and Dave would twist like it was our last dance. Dave loved to dance and enjoyed family parties. Dave and Betty were inseparable, he was a true family man, along with being kind, and a compassionate gentle man, known for his thoughtful nature and sharp sense of humor, he had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, respected and valued. He could light up a room with his warmth and wit, throughout his life Dave was always a loving husband and father, I will always remember him calling out to my sister Betty, he always called her “Honey”. He was always so respectful to her, and when she passed, I felt a little bit of him died too. Though Dave is no longer with us, his love will remain presence in our hearts. Our lives are richer for having him as a part of our family. We take comfort knowing he is now reunited with our sister Betty. We will miss you, we were proud to call you a brother in-law. Rest Easy. Love, Kathy and Kevin
My sincere condolences to David’s family and friends. God bless you all. RIP David.
Rest in peace my dear friend, we shared a lot of fun times and beautiful memories together, , You were such a kind loveable man,, rest easy my friend until we meet again, you will be sadly missed by many,
Condolences to all Dave’s family and friends and especially Ursula and her family. I know you have shared a close bond with your father and he was so lucky to have your loving care surround him in his final years. Dave was and is sadly missed from Hickeys Road. Memories of Dave and Betty will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Together they both provided support to our family. They were always there to lend a helping hand. It is comforting to know that they are together again free from life’s challenges. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Dave