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.

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!!!

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

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. 🙏🏻

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

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

Condolence: RIP Rudy !! . Rudy befriended me when I was a shiny faced junior jumper out of Munising, encouraging my attempts to handle Suicide (my first big hill) as I entered the big leagues of the Senior circuit. . ran into Rudy often later when traveling on my own out of Mich Tech at Ish and Iron Mtn , and as I aged to the point of being the "old guy" on the hill, Rudy would always go out of his way to greet and chat with me. If ever I wanted to emulate a good, caring 'n no-nonsense man, Rudy was the perfect model!! . . Again, RIP Rudy, and condolences to his many friends and family.

Condolence: To Rudy's family - You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Rudy. I had the honor of meeting him thru my job at the U. S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame and over the years always enjoyed seeing him as he walked thru the door. Just this past fall at our induction I had a good conversation with him and said how good he looked and how happy he was. He was one gem of a guy and he will be missed. My thoughts are with your family at this time.

Condolence: Just want the family to know how sorry we were to hear of Uncle Rudy's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We were so proud to hear the blurb on TV6 news that Mike Ludlum did about Rudy's skiing legacy. He was a great guy

Condolence: I would like to express my condolences to the family for your loss. He will be sorely missed on Grant Lake, as he was a good neighbor, and was considered the patriarch of the lake. I still miss seeing your mother paddleboating in the evenings also. Deepest sympathy, Valerie Oja Grant Lake