Navy Ray Rudd

November 1, 2024

Navy Ray Rudd, 3, passed away on November 1, 2024.  She was born January 6, 2021 to Isaac K. & Christine (Tankersley) Rudd.

Navy Ray was the bright light in the eyes of her family. She illuminated every room she entered with her infectious and joyful spirit.  Her kindness and humor brought smiles to everyone around her.  She had a love for animals, all things pink, music and dancing.  She looked forward to attending Stage 1 dance class every Tuesday. She enjoyed being in the first pre-school, “Little Bulldog” early learning program at Clinton Central.  Navy Ray will continue to impact all she knew and her gentle spirit and loving heart will forever remain in the memories of all.

Visitation and Services

A celebration of Navy Ray’s life will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the Rudd home, located at 10470 W. County Road 200 N, Kokomo, IN 46901. Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton Central School Corporation (memo - “Early Learning Program”), 815 N. State Road 29, Michigantown, IN 46057.

Survived by:

She will be deeply missed by her parents, Isaac and Christine, brother, Rylan T. Underwood, grandmother, Susan Vysoke of Wisconsin, grandfather, Thomas Tankersley III of Florida, great grandmother, Bonnie Kindred of Wisconsin, great grandfather, Thomas Tankersley II of Delaware, grandparents, Ron & Rhonda (King) Rudd of Frankfort, great grandmother, Mary Lou Kays of Frankfort and great grandmother, Judy Rudd of Frankfort, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Condolences

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41 Condolences for “Navy Ray Rudd”

  1. The Mckinzie’s November 6, 2024 at 2:17 pm

    Christine and family, we are so, so very sorry to hear about your darling girl’s passing. Praying for all of you to still feel her presence with you and hoping you find some kind of comfort in knowing you will be with her again one day.

  2. Marda Hale November 6, 2024 at 4:06 pm

    I am truly so very sorry for your loss. I can not imagine your extreme pain. Please know your entire family will be in my family’s thoughts and prayers.

  3. Darrin and Karen Steuerwald November 6, 2024 at 4:18 pm

    You’ve been in our constant thoughts since hearing of your loss.

  4. Eddie Robles November 6, 2024 at 4:36 pm

    As I put myself in your place my heart and soul hurts just thinking about this horrible nightmare! My God take her little soul and becomes someone’s angel, God bless your family and find the strength to get through this as your family stays united and moves forward.

    Tank see you when you get back a big hug!

  5. Thomas Tankersley III November 6, 2024 at 4:41 pm

    Due to physical circumstances I am unable to be there for Navy Ray. However I’m thinking of her and send my Blessings. May God keep her in his hands and share those little Puppies and Kittens in Heaven with her.

  6. Wanda Kercheval November 6, 2024 at 6:11 pm

    My heartfelt sympathies to the Rudd family. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless your hearts.

  7. Donna Davidson November 6, 2024 at 6:18 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Rest in peace sweet angel!

  8. Zachofsky Family November 6, 2024 at 6:41 pm

    We, the Zachofsky Family, are heartbroken. We pray that God give you peace and serenity for this tragic loss. We had the honor of meeting this beautiful little girl, and she will remain in our hearts forever and ever. Our deepest condolences to the whole family.

    With love, the Zachofsky Family

  9. Keith Gephart November 6, 2024 at 6:48 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss. We’ve come to several concerts of yours for year’s. We can’t, as no parents could even begin to fathom, how you feel right now. Hold your heads high, you have an angel looking over you. We love you both and are here if you need anything. RIP Navy

  10. Marty Underwood November 6, 2024 at 6:49 pm

    I have no words to say that would brighten the light around you family. I can say that I will pray everyday that both of you and all others can get though this awful tragedy. I ask God to comfort your family and give you the courage to take it at your own pace so that you can have the memories of the last 3 years to guide you each day, week, and years. Hugs

  11. Janna November 6, 2024 at 7:18 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to the Rudd family, so sorry for the loss of your loved one.
    Janna, Nicole and Lane Petty

  12. Carol Carter November 6, 2024 at 7:20 pm

    We will keep your family in our prayers, sorry Ron and Rhonda for your loss. Carol and Joe Carter

  13. Caryn & Mitch Collins November 6, 2024 at 7:26 pm

    With a loss so precious there are simply no words to ease your pain. We are so sorry and will continue to pray for all of your family and all that loved Navy.

  14. Ishmael Minix November 6, 2024 at 8:55 pm

    Condolences & Prayers to the entire family. Ish & Lana Minix, Somerset, Kentucky

  15. Jeanie and Gary Thompson November 6, 2024 at 9:05 pm

    So so sorry for your family’s loss of Navy Ray. Such a sweet darling little one, now in the arms of Jesus. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

  16. Kimmy Rogers November 6, 2024 at 9:11 pm

    Praying for you all! Thank you for sharing your beautiful girl with us with all your photos. You could always tell just how much she is adored. I can’t imagine the heartache.

  17. Connie Paul November 6, 2024 at 9:23 pm

    Christine and Isaac: my heart is with you. I pray for healing through your memories of your precious girl and know you will be reunited one day. I’ve been thinking about Rylan, too, and know he is also hurting. God Bless all of you today and everyday moving forward.

  18. Tina Cox November 6, 2024 at 9:43 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. No words will be enough to ease your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  19. Steven Ikerd November 6, 2024 at 9:43 pm

    May God wrap his arms around your family during this heartbreaking time that all of you are going through, and give you peace. Cody and I send our condolences to you and all of your family.

  20. Mitch and Caryn Collins November 7, 2024 at 7:47 am

    With a loss so precious, there are no words of comfort to ease the pain. Continued prayers for your entire family and everyone that loved your sweet girl.

  21. Marie/Merv Becker November 7, 2024 at 8:15 am

    We are heartbroken, sending love, strength and prayers. Deepest sympathy and condolences, Much love

  22. Macy Corbin-Woods November 7, 2024 at 4:09 pm

    We are deeply sorry to hear about the loss of sweet Navy. Unfortunately we know this heartbreak all too well. It is so not fair that the world just carries on while you feel absolutely helpless and stuck in grief. Covering you in prayer from Ohio.

  23. James R Rudd November 7, 2024 at 6:07 pm

    My heart and prayers go out to you all.

  24. Judith A Pollard November 7, 2024 at 6:38 pm

    Sorry for your loss. It is hard for a parent to loss a child. Prayers for all who know her!

  25. Michael & Jan Allen November 7, 2024 at 7:50 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. Just know she walks with God in a beautiful place.

  26. Cindy King November 8, 2024 at 8:08 am

    To the whole family,
    There are no words. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  27. Shauna Cole November 8, 2024 at 10:10 am

    I don’t know any of you, but my mama’s heart is breaking for you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I can’t fathom what you are going through. The only solace I take is knowing where this precious soul will be. God bless you all.

  28. David Lafferty November 8, 2024 at 11:48 am

    Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  29. Joe Graham November 8, 2024 at 12:39 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss of your precious Navy!! Please except my most sincere condolences!!

  30. Paul Creasy November 8, 2024 at 12:49 pm

    My condolences to the entire family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

  31. Karl Kercheval November 8, 2024 at 1:45 pm

    Our deepest condolences and many prayers of comfort with you all.

  32. Bonnie Mullins Carter November 8, 2024 at 2:45 pm

    So sorry for your loss—she was beautiful!

  33. Jody Duckworth Coy November 8, 2024 at 3:24 pm

    So sorry for your loss. She is now in Jesus precious arms. May he give you comfort during this difficult time. Prayers for you.

  34. Kenny and Sally Mitchell November 9, 2024 at 9:55 am

    Sending prayers and hugs for the family, I didn’t have the opportunity to meet Navy Ray but we know the family and are heartbroken for all.

  35. Rex Zachofsky November 9, 2024 at 11:38 am

    Sweet Navy,

    Your Aunt Ariel said that you were too pure for this world and she was 100% correct. Your huge personality lit up every room and that perfect, infectious smile could break anybody down. We will never forget that smile. We will never forget those huge hugs in Oma’s kitchen or just the joy of watching you and your cousins run around and play. We have all been blessed to have known you, even for this brief time. We know you will always be with us all. Check in on us from time to time. Especially your mom and dad. Ring the doorbell. Your mom liked that. Keep an eye on your cousins, they’re going to need you too.

    We will always love and miss you, sweet Navy.

  36. Rick and Margie Arion November 9, 2024 at 5:45 pm

    Isaac and Christine, Ron and Rhonda. Navy is in God’s hands and her memory is in your hearts. Our prayers are for the love you have for Navy will heal each of you in god’s way, today and forever.
    May God bless you all.

  37. Denise Bray November 9, 2024 at 10:30 pm

    So terribly sorry for your loss. God must have needed His little Angel .

  38. Derick & Amber Amos November 11, 2024 at 10:05 am

    We are so so sorry! You are in our families prayers!

  39. Dennis M Kas November 11, 2024 at 10:57 am

    I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your little angel. Thoughts and prayers.

  40. Morgan Thomas November 11, 2024 at 2:09 pm

    I have never met your family, or even Navy. But this news tragically impacted me and moved me to tears. I just wanted to say that Navy was beautiful. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss, as no parent should ever have to go through this type of pain or loss. Know, that I am praying for you and your family during this tough time. I hope you find peace in knowing you will get to see her again someday – I’m sure she’s singing and dancing in Jesus arms (as it looks like she was a big singer fan!)

  41. Brett and Nancy Decker November 12, 2024 at 9:27 am

    To the entire Rudd Family… we are so sorry for your loss. I am sure you all will forever cherish the short few years you were able to share with Navy. No words can ever be enough to take away the pain. Just know Great Grandpa Ray and Navy are now together and I can see his face lighting up when he sees her. We will continue to pray for your healing.

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