Kevin and Jamie Reese

This last week has been full of emotions for me. My grandpa passed away. He was sick and we knew time was short. We had the blessing of being able to be with him and spend some time by his side before he left us. I will never forget how he wanted to be close to Maycee. He kept motioning for me to bring Maycee to his side and then he would smile and talk to her. When my boys would walk by grandpa he would wink at them. I have lots of memories of grandpa when I was younger. He was always hugging us and teasing us. My favorite/funniest memory is when Jenn and I were up with him on the farm and he told us to climb into the tracker scoup (I don't know if that is what it is called). He said he wanted to see us sit in it. Well, when we got in he hoisted the scoup up into the air as high as it would go. Jenn and I were having a good time screaming and giggling and then he stopped the tracker...got off...and walked inside. It wasn't so fun anymore, Jenn and I are sitting in the scoup, high in the air, screaming our heads off "Grandpa! Grandpa don't leave us!". He came out and let us down a few minutes later but I am sure that he and everyone else watching got a good laugh out of us. We love you and miss you Grandpa.
Brandon's last words to Grandpa, "Grandpa hope you feel better in Heaven and have a good time!"




Fielding-On a beautiful fall morning, Norman George Rudd, 71, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Fielding with his family by his side.
Norm was born December 16, 1936 to Electa and Clark Rudd at their family home in Fielding. He was the youngest of five children. In 1954, he graduated from BRHS. On September 19, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart DeeAnn Wood in the Logan LDS Temple. Together they had 6 daughters. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, in which he enjoyed serving in many capacities. He was currently a High Priest in the Fielding Ward.

He loved farming and ranching, learning the trade along side his father and brothers. Later establishing himself as one of the hard working farmers and ranchers in the Bear River Valley. He loved sports; participating, coaching, and watching his children and grandchildren follow in his footsteps. He was a loving and supportive husband. Dad spent many years serving in the Scouting program, many of them with mom as District Cub Chairmen. He loved to see and do new things, and to travel; always taking the scenic route. But, he mostly loved to visit with his friends and family - anywhere and everywhere - he considered everyone his friend. In addition, to full time farming, he was one of the first employees at Thiokol. Starting at an entry level position and without any formal education, he worked his way up the ranks and enjoyed a successful career as a respected Manufacturing Engineer. He retired from Thiokol after 35 years.

Norm is survived by his loving wife of 53 years DeeAnn; his pride and joy of his life his 6 daughters, JoLene (David) Nielson, Susan (Doug) Lish, Kelli (Mike) Rose, Patti (Gordon) Knudsen, Marsha (Ken) Turner, and Becky Hansen. 21 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren with one on the way, his sister LeOra Penhorwood, and brothers Oris, Evan, and Ross. Preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fielding Stake Center, 4375 West 15600 North in Fielding, with Bishop Dale Anderson officiating. Family and friends may call Wednesday, October 29, 2008 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Fielding Stake Center, and Thursday from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at the Fielding Stake Center. Interment at Fielding Cemetery.