Condolence From: LeRoy and Bev Yoki
Condolence: Our condolences to Rudy's family. Rudy was the first person to introduce me to the sport of skiing. He encouraged me to ski jump and was patient with me learning. I have enjoyed skiing slalom, thanks to my husband, for the last 50 years and ski patrolling for 34 years. Between Rudy and my husband they have instilled a desire in me and now our family and grandchildren to enjoy winter and skiing.
We will miss him but have many fond memories. The last time we visited we discussed the Finn Fest Cruise coming up as we all went on the one to Alaska in 2009. Sending our love and condolences.
Saturday January 23, 2016
Condolence From: Myke Jacobs
Condolence: I always enjoyed Rudy's company and stories. Our time together hunting in Canada will always be a cherished memory. May his Memory be Eternal!!!
Friday January 22, 2016
Condolence From: Sue Valenti
Condolence: Sorry to read of Rudy's passing. He was a good friend to myou father Ken Oja. Ken always enjoyed the annual dinner at camp prior to the Iron Mountain tournament. My deepest sympathy.
Sue Valenti
Thursday January 21, 2016
Condolence From: Linda and Corey Moffatt
Condolence: We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Rudy's passing. Our deepest sympathy. We will keep all his family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏻
Thursday January 21, 2016
Condolence From: Don Larson
Condolence: I am saddened to here about the passing of Rudy. I myself was never a great ski jumper like he was and I looked up to him as a ski jumping hero. Rudy always had time to talk to me and even though I wasn't a jumper like him he made me feel special. When I became president of the Eau Claire ski club Rudy came here and judged our meets many times. We got to know each other better at those times. He was a great person and you just couldn't help but like him. God Bless you Rudy, I'm glad that I knew you.
Wednesday January 20, 2016
Condolence From: Nils Stolzlechner
Condolence: Deeply sorry for your loss! I had the pleasure as an athlete knowing Rudolph and he was an inspiration for the sport of ski jumping.
Wednesday January 20, 2016
Condolence From: V.Mahadev M.D. and Staff
Condolence: On Behalf of Dr. Mahadev and His staff we would like to extend our condolences to Rudy's Family.He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Wednesday January 20, 2016
Condolence From: Asko Aalto
Condolence: We are deeply sorry to hear the sad news of our beloved friend Rudy passing away.
We wish to express our condolences - our thoughts and sympathy are with the whole family Mäki during these sad times.
Personally I will cherish the memories of our moments together both in Finland and in US. Especially memorable is the visit to Rudy's lakeside house years ago, where he by showing example thought me to enjoy and cook great lasagne.
Rest in peace Rudy.
With caring thoughts
Asko & Erja
Wednesday January 20, 2016
Condolence From: Emma Kuusinen
Condolence: Without Rudy I would have never come to the U.S and never met the wonderful people there. He was always like a grandfather to me behind the ocean. It was always a joy when he and his crew came to Lahti and we could spend time with them. I will miss his late night phone calls to us: "Is it Emma from Lahti, Finland". He was a part of my life from the day i was born 20 years ago. I bet he is doing some awesome 20 point jumps somewhere right now. Going to miss you Rudy. My deepest condolences to the Maki family!
Wednesday January 20, 2016
Condolence From: Corky Colby
Condolence: I'm very sorry to hear of Rudy's passing. He was a friend and mentor. With his help and advice I became a FIS judge. I have met many people in the 60 years I've been involved in ski jumping, He was among the best. God Bless
Wednesday January 20, 2016
