Graveside service for Rudolph John (Rudy) Greer, age 83 of Huntsville, will be conducted Saturday at 1 p.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery with Bro. Richard Hughes officiating. Mr. Greer passed away Wednesday morning in Huntsville Hospital.
A native of Kansas City, MO, he was the son of the late Rufo and Anna Sima Greer. Mr. Greer was a graduate of the University of Central OK in 1955, with both physics and math degrees and worked for several government contractors, before joining the Army Civilian workforce in 1963. He was instrumental in bringing computer technology to NASA in the early 60’s assisting to place the man on the moon. He worked on several missile programs and served as Chief Engineer with the Viper, Chaparral and Line of Sight Forward Heavy Missile programs at Redstone Arsenal before retirement.
Mr. Greer also designed and built custom homes in Huntsville before his second retirement in 2004. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force serving during the Korean Conflict and was a member of the Catholic Church. He loved his family, golfing, race cars and building robotics.
Survivors include his wife Jane (Rawls) Greer of Huntsville, children Rudolph John Greer, Jr (Amy) of Arab, AL, Jennifer (Marcus) Edwards of Semora, NC, Thomas Riley of Owasso, OK, grandchildren Erin Looney Frye, Kristin Greer, Justin Bradley, great-grandchildren Brody Frye, Aiden Bradley and Kendall Bradley, brothers Frank Greer of New York, Michael Greer of Florida and sister Evangeline Kiewelen of Connecticut and several nieces and nephews and a special nephew Steve Shelton of Fayetteville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother David Greer.
Visitation with the family will be Saturday 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home.
John King
on November 28, 2014 at 8:19 pm
Dear Jane & Family,
Our sympathy is extended to all of you during this sad time of loss and grief. May the Lord
comfort you and give you the strength and peace needed for every day.
Sincerely,
John & Wanda King
Dear Jane & Family,
Our sympathy is extended to all of you during this sad time of loss and grief. May the Lord
comfort you and give you the strength and peace needed for every day.
Sincerely,
John & Wanda King
Mrs. Jane so sorry that I was unable to attend on Saturday but please know that I am thinking about you and am very sorry for your loss. Love, Jackie
Dear Jane and family,
We are so sad for the loss of Rudy but are so thankful we got to meet both of you and spend a few happy hours together. Jeff & I will treasure those memories. Rudy was a very interesting man and we are grateful for his service to our nation’s Space Program.
Thinking of you, Jane, and all of your family and keeping you all in our prayers. May you all have peace.
Love,
Jeff and Shirley
Dearest Jane, Keeping you wrapped in my prayers and my heart, dear friend. Sending you heartfelt sympathy for your loss of this intelligent and outstanding man. Wish I could be there with you at this time, but I am there in Spirit. Keeping precious Boo Kitty in my prayers always and happy to learn that she is staying at the Vet’s Office where she will be more comfortable and less stressed. I am here for you in any way that I can be.
Many of us on CC have put portrait pictures that you have made for us on our kitties pages to honor Rudy and you and for all you have done for so many of us over the years. You and Boo are loved more than you can ever imagine. I’m honored and blessed to have you in my life,sweetie.
Peace, comfort and blessings being sent your way for you and all the family.
Janada, Lady Dolly & BabyBoo
Jane , We are wrapping you and Boo Kitty in Gentle hugs, We know how devastating this loss is for you both and our hearts break for you. Just know we are keeping you close to hearts and sending prayers of comfort for you & your family. Much Love Lynn, K. Tucker, Mouse & Dot
My dear friend, Jane, I have know you and Boo Kitty since she was only 3 months old, your first few times on CC. We became close friends, not in miles, but in our hearts. My heart aches for you in the loss of your precious Rudy. It’s a joy to know that he’s in Heaven and no longer suffering the awful breathing problems he had. I’m sending sincere condolences and I pray that only the best of memories will fill you mind and give you comfort during this very difficult time. We are keeping you and Boo in our thoughts and prayers. Angels Lucy, Frosty, Moki and Red send lots of angel dust to help you heal. Take care, my friend. I love you!
I am so very sorry for your loss, Jane. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time and I will have you in my prayers. May you find comfort in your memories and your children. Loving hugs, Kat
I JUST WANTED TO LEAVE A NOTE TO JANE AND HER FAMILY AS I KNOW HOW MUCH HE WILL BE MISSED AND HOW MUCH HE LOVED CATS AS THEY ALL HELD US TOGETHER. WE’RE ALL ONE BIG FAMILY AND NOT ONLY LOVE, PRAY AND HUG, BUT ARE LIKE SISTERS AND BROTHERS. WISHED I COULD BE THERE TO COMFORT YOU JANE AS I KNOW YOU WILL NEED US ALL AFTER THE WONDER-FUL JOB YOU’VE DONE FOR US ON CC AND ON FB AS WELL. PRAYING THAT IF YOU EVER NEED ME I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU NO MATTER WHAT! LOVE YOU A LOT!
We have no words that could possibly lessen your sorrow and pain of the devastating loss of your beloved Rudy. Just know that our hearts ache for you, all of you are in our prayers, and you are loved. Felicity sends comforting hugs to precious Boo Kitty. Sandy Allen and family
Deepest sympathy for your loss. Your husband was a very impressive man. He will certainly be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Also keeping sweet Boo Kitty in my prayers. May your wonderful memories and knowing so many are praying for you, help comfort you over the days & weeks to come. Peace be with you.
Sincerely,
Janet
Thinking of you.
Dearest Jane & family,
“Sharing in your sorrow
Thinking of you, and wishing
I could be there
To hold your hand.”
You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers as you mourn the loss of husband & father Rudy. I ask God to send his blessings for you during this tough time.
Love,
Nan
Jane, sending my sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Jane I am so sorry.He sounds like a great man ,wish I could have met him.Cherish the beautiful memories ,knowing you will be together again in Heaven.He is healthy now & no more pain or suffering. Your in our thoughts & Prayers. Hugs & Love to you,Sandi Sorrells
Jane,I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers go up for you and your family at this sad time!
Jane my sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Jane, I’m so sorry for your great loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and send my love to you and your family.
Jane, My heart feels for yours at this sad time but God’s love, sweet memories, and knowledge that your separation from your Rudy is only temporary will carry you through these days ahead. I will be unable to be there in person but my prayers will be covering you during Rudy’s service and beyond.
JANE MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU JUST AS THE HOLIDAYS BEGIN WITHOUT RUDY AS YOUR SIDE. REMEMBER THE JOYOUS, LAUGHING & YES TEARS TO CARRY YOU DURING THIS TIME.
BOO KITTY PURR SWEET HEALING OF PURR-THERAPY TO JANE.
KEEPING YOU JANE & FAMILY IN THOUGHTS & PRAYER.
Jane – I am so sorry to learn of the loss of Rudy. He was always so pleasant and had such a sweet smile. Know that I am thinking of you.