Rudolph E. Scherle

""Rudy"", age 86 at rest Tuesday November 28, 2006 at his home with his family by his side.

Survived by his beloved wife of 59 years Eileen M. (nee Hare) Scherle, Loving father of Penelope (Michael) Walker, Mary Sue (Kenneth) Faber, Daughter-in-law Marla (Lee) Kim, Dearest grandfather of Adam Scrogham, Jonathan Walker and Alex Kim. Two sisters Emma (late Frank) Duplissis and Marian (Melton) Bockman, special friends Jack Hayes, Don (Julie) Cain. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Preceded in death by his son Rudy Jon Scherle, Parents Frank and Susanna (nee Huber) Scherle, one brother and three sisters.

Rudolph was born in Hiliboka Buckovina, Romania. Resided in Joliet since 1965. Retired in 1980 from Caterpillar Tractor Co. after 30 years of service. Veteran of W W II U.S. Army and was wounded in Action and received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star.

Lifetime member of Stone City Post 2199 VFW and St. Ambrose Church Special thanks to Joliet Area Community Hospice and The Care Bears Team, Morris, IL.

In lieu of flowers contributions to Joliet Area Community Hospice in Rudolph's name would be appreciated.

Tezak Funeral Home 1211 Plainfield Rd. Joliet, IL. 815 722-0524 www.tezakfuneralhome.com

Where chapel services will be held Saturday December 2, 2006 at 10:00 AM with Deacon James Sossong officiating. Interment Plainfield Cemetery Visitation Friday 6 to 8 PM