Arthur Denman (A.D.) Fudge passed away on August 3, 2023 in Richmond, TX.
A.D. was born Feb 8,1938 in Sand Hollow, Frio County, TX to Albert Lester Fudge, Sr and Ruth Patterson Fudge.
In 1956, A.D. met the love of his life in Pearsall, TX and three years later Kathryn Davis and A.D. were married on August 7, 1959. They had an incredible 64 years together.
A.D. worked for the City of Pearsall and was the Fire Chief until he got the call to move to Colorado County and oversee the building and then maintenance of Rice High School and all buildings in Rice CISD. A.D. was one of Rice Raiders' biggest football fans over the years. From 1969 to 2005 you can count on one hand the number of football games he missed, home or away. He proudly towed the Raider Band trailer to out of town games for decades. He continued to attend games after his retirement until his health made it too difficult. For many years after home football games, A.D. and Kathy hosted a 5th quarter at their home for any students to fellowship, hear God's word, eat, play, and stay out of trouble.
A.D. could fix nearly anything, after all, it was his job as Director of Maintenance for Rice Consolidated. His sons-in-law heard many times "I called Dad" whenever something needed fixing around their house (many times before they even knew it was broken). His three daughters knew it would be done quickly and correctly.
A.D.'s faith was always evident. He loved his Savior and shared his faith with many over the years (including a young George Strait, story for another time). He knew there were many times that no words needed to be spoken, just being there at a time of need was enough. He was gifted in the ministry of presence. If something needed to be said, you should listen, he was also gifted with wisdom. A.D. was a dedicated member and Deacon at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, few services took place that he didn't attend. He chose to be a servant of the Lord.
A.D. thoroughly enjoyed many things, one of which was TV Westerns. 635 episodes of Gunsmoke, 430 episodes of Bonanza or a mere 104 episodes of Wild Wild West, A.D. knew and watched them all over and over and over. He invented binge watching, long before streaming services gave it a name. His favorite hobby over the years was leather work, just holding the wallet, belt, bookmark or whatever he made was not only holding art but holding hand-stamped love. His creativity also extended to woodwork, A.D. made beautiful furniture, but you had better put it where you want it the first time, real wood is heavy, and he used real wood!
A.D. traveled very little in this life except to Family Reunions or to visit family. He often said "I never left anything there" when some travel destination was mentioned. Oh, he did have a great time at Family Reunions! Often cutting up with one of his brothers or sisters and exposing his silly side that we expected at a reunion but rarely anywhere else.
"Love you the most" was heard from A.D. every time he left the room after tucking in one of his girls and at nearly every "Good Bye" since. No Dad, "We love you the most!"
A.D. is survived by his wife, Kathryn Davis Fudge, his three daughters Debbie (Jon) Gregory of Columbus, Denise Sklar of Eagle Lake, Danna (Greg) Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's eight surviving grandchildren: Jordan (Samantha) Gregory of Ft Smith, AR, Ryan Cason of Eagle Lake, Jessica (Jacob) Brown of Tomball, Seth (Rachel) Gregory of Leander, Rebekah (Marcus Jones) Gregory of Miami, FL, Caleb (Kaleigh) Murrile of Seguin, Carissa (Colton Starns) Murrile of Pflugerville, and Cade Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's great grandchildren: Sophia Gregory, Owen Gregory, Emerson Gregory, and Whitley Erica Brown (arriving Nov 2023). Also survived by one sister: Nancy Sadler of Big Foot and many nieces and nephews.
A.D. was preceded in death by his parents: Albert Lester Fudge, Sr. & Ruth Patterson Fudge, his son-in-law: Chuck Sklar, & granddaughter: Erica Cason. His sister Ima Jane Montgomery and brothers James Fudge, A.L. (Pete) Fudge, Jr., & David Fudge also preceded A.D. in death.
A.D.'s Celebration of Life Service will be at 2:00, August 9, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, TX. A visitation time will precede the service at 1:00 and a reception will follow the service at the church. There will be no graveside service.
Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, PO Box 339, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.
A.D. was born Feb 8,1938 in Sand Hollow, Frio County, TX to Albert Lester Fudge, Sr and Ruth Patterson Fudge.
In 1956, A.D. met the love of his life in Pearsall, TX and three years later Kathryn Davis and A.D. were married on August 7, 1959. They had an incredible 64 years together.
A.D. worked for the City of Pearsall and was the Fire Chief until he got the call to move to Colorado County and oversee the building and then maintenance of Rice High School and all buildings in Rice CISD. A.D. was one of Rice Raiders' biggest football fans over the years. From 1969 to 2005 you can count on one hand the number of football games he missed, home or away. He proudly towed the Raider Band trailer to out of town games for decades. He continued to attend games after his retirement until his health made it too difficult. For many years after home football games, A.D. and Kathy hosted a 5th quarter at their home for any students to fellowship, hear God's word, eat, play, and stay out of trouble.
A.D. could fix nearly anything, after all, it was his job as Director of Maintenance for Rice Consolidated. His sons-in-law heard many times "I called Dad" whenever something needed fixing around their house (many times before they even knew it was broken). His three daughters knew it would be done quickly and correctly.
A.D.'s faith was always evident. He loved his Savior and shared his faith with many over the years (including a young George Strait, story for another time). He knew there were many times that no words needed to be spoken, just being there at a time of need was enough. He was gifted in the ministry of presence. If something needed to be said, you should listen, he was also gifted with wisdom. A.D. was a dedicated member and Deacon at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, few services took place that he didn't attend. He chose to be a servant of the Lord.
A.D. thoroughly enjoyed many things, one of which was TV Westerns. 635 episodes of Gunsmoke, 430 episodes of Bonanza or a mere 104 episodes of Wild Wild West, A.D. knew and watched them all over and over and over. He invented binge watching, long before streaming services gave it a name. His favorite hobby over the years was leather work, just holding the wallet, belt, bookmark or whatever he made was not only holding art but holding hand-stamped love. His creativity also extended to woodwork, A.D. made beautiful furniture, but you had better put it where you want it the first time, real wood is heavy, and he used real wood!
A.D. traveled very little in this life except to Family Reunions or to visit family. He often said "I never left anything there" when some travel destination was mentioned. Oh, he did have a great time at Family Reunions! Often cutting up with one of his brothers or sisters and exposing his silly side that we expected at a reunion but rarely anywhere else.
"Love you the most" was heard from A.D. every time he left the room after tucking in one of his girls and at nearly every "Good Bye" since. No Dad, "We love you the most!"
A.D. is survived by his wife, Kathryn Davis Fudge, his three daughters Debbie (Jon) Gregory of Columbus, Denise Sklar of Eagle Lake, Danna (Greg) Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's eight surviving grandchildren: Jordan (Samantha) Gregory of Ft Smith, AR, Ryan Cason of Eagle Lake, Jessica (Jacob) Brown of Tomball, Seth (Rachel) Gregory of Leander, Rebekah (Marcus Jones) Gregory of Miami, FL, Caleb (Kaleigh) Murrile of Seguin, Carissa (Colton Starns) Murrile of Pflugerville, and Cade Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's great grandchildren: Sophia Gregory, Owen Gregory, Emerson Gregory, and Whitley Erica Brown (arriving Nov 2023). Also survived by one sister: Nancy Sadler of Big Foot and many nieces and nephews.
A.D. was preceded in death by his parents: Albert Lester Fudge, Sr. & Ruth Patterson Fudge, his son-in-law: Chuck Sklar, & granddaughter: Erica Cason. His sister Ima Jane Montgomery and brothers James Fudge, A.L. (Pete) Fudge, Jr., & David Fudge also preceded A.D. in death.
A.D.'s Celebration of Life Service will be at 2:00, August 9, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, TX. A visitation time will precede the service at 1:00 and a reception will follow the service at the church. There will be no graveside service.
Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, PO Box 339, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.
Arthur Denman (A.D.) Fudge passed away on August 3, 2023 in Richmond, TX.
A.D. was born Feb 8,1938 in Sand Hollow, Frio County, TX to Albert Lester Fudge, Sr and Ruth Patterson Fudge.
In 1956, A.D. met the love of his life in Pearsall, TX and three years later Kathryn Davis and A.D. were married on August 7, 1959. They had an incredible 64 years together.
A.D. worked for the City of Pearsall and was the Fire Chief until he got the call to move to Colorado County and oversee the building and then maintenance of Rice High School and all buildings in Rice CISD. A.D. was one of Rice Raiders' biggest football fans over the years. From 1969 to 2005 you can count on one hand the number of football games he missed, home or away. He proudly towed the Raider Band trailer to out of town games for decades. He continued to attend games after his retirement until his health made it too difficult. For many years after home football games, A.D. and Kathy hosted a 5th quarter at their home for any students to fellowship, hear God's word, eat, play, and stay out of trouble.
A.D. could fix nearly anything, after all, it was his job as Director of Maintenance for Rice Consolidated. His sons-in-law heard many times "I called Dad" whenever something needed fixing around their house (many times before they even knew it was broken). His three daughters knew it would be done quickly and correctly.
A.D.'s faith was always evident. He loved his Savior and shared his faith with many over the years (including a young George Strait, story for another time). He knew there were many times that no words needed to be spoken, just being there at a time of need was enough. He was gifted in the ministry of presence. If something needed to be said, you should listen, he was also gifted with wisdom. A.D. was a dedicated member and Deacon at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, few services took place that he didn't attend. He chose to be a servant of the Lord.
A.D. thoroughly enjoyed many things, one of which was TV Westerns. 635 episodes of Gunsmoke, 430 episodes of Bonanza or a mere 104 episodes of Wild Wild West, A.D. knew and watched them all over and over and over. He invented binge watching, long before streaming services gave it a name. His favorite hobby over the years was leather work, just holding the wallet, belt, bookmark or whatever he made was not only holding art but holding hand-stamped love. His creativity also extended to woodwork, A.D. made beautiful furniture, but you had better put it where you want it the first time, real wood is heavy, and he used real wood!
A.D. traveled very little in this life except to Family Reunions or to visit family. He often said "I never left anything there" when some travel destination was mentioned. Oh, he did have a great time at Family Reunions! Often cutting up with one of his brothers or sisters and exposing his silly side that we expected at a reunion but rarely anywhere else.
"Love you the most" was heard from A.D. every time he left the room after tucking in one of his girls and at nearly every "Good Bye" since. No Dad, "We love you the most!"
A.D. is survived by his wife, Kathryn Davis Fudge, his three daughters Debbie (Jon) Gregory of Columbus, Denise Sklar of Eagle Lake, Danna (Greg) Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's eight surviving grandchildren: Jordan (Samantha) Gregory of Ft Smith, AR, Ryan Cason of Eagle Lake, Jessica (Jacob) Brown of Tomball, Seth (Rachel) Gregory of Leander, Rebekah (Marcus Jones) Gregory of Miami, FL, Caleb (Kaleigh) Murrile of Seguin, Carissa (Colton Starns) Murrile of Pflugerville, and Cade Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's great grandchildren: Sophia Gregory, Owen Gregory, Emerson Gregory, and Whitley Erica Brown (arriving Nov 2023). Also survived by one sister: Nancy Sadler of Big Foot and many nieces and nephews.
A.D. was preceded in death by his parents: Albert Lester Fudge, Sr. & Ruth Patterson Fudge, his son-in-law: Chuck Sklar, & granddaughter: Erica Cason. His sister Ima Jane Montgomery and brothers James Fudge, A.L. (Pete) Fudge, Jr., & David Fudge also preceded A.D. in death.
A.D.'s Celebration of Life Service will be at 2:00, August 9, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, TX. A visitation time will precede the service at 1:00 and a reception will follow the service at the church. There will be no graveside service.
Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, PO Box 339, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.
A.D. was born Feb 8,1938 in Sand Hollow, Frio County, TX to Albert Lester Fudge, Sr and Ruth Patterson Fudge.
In 1956, A.D. met the love of his life in Pearsall, TX and three years later Kathryn Davis and A.D. were married on August 7, 1959. They had an incredible 64 years together.
A.D. worked for the City of Pearsall and was the Fire Chief until he got the call to move to Colorado County and oversee the building and then maintenance of Rice High School and all buildings in Rice CISD. A.D. was one of Rice Raiders' biggest football fans over the years. From 1969 to 2005 you can count on one hand the number of football games he missed, home or away. He proudly towed the Raider Band trailer to out of town games for decades. He continued to attend games after his retirement until his health made it too difficult. For many years after home football games, A.D. and Kathy hosted a 5th quarter at their home for any students to fellowship, hear God's word, eat, play, and stay out of trouble.
A.D. could fix nearly anything, after all, it was his job as Director of Maintenance for Rice Consolidated. His sons-in-law heard many times "I called Dad" whenever something needed fixing around their house (many times before they even knew it was broken). His three daughters knew it would be done quickly and correctly.
A.D.'s faith was always evident. He loved his Savior and shared his faith with many over the years (including a young George Strait, story for another time). He knew there were many times that no words needed to be spoken, just being there at a time of need was enough. He was gifted in the ministry of presence. If something needed to be said, you should listen, he was also gifted with wisdom. A.D. was a dedicated member and Deacon at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, few services took place that he didn't attend. He chose to be a servant of the Lord.
A.D. thoroughly enjoyed many things, one of which was TV Westerns. 635 episodes of Gunsmoke, 430 episodes of Bonanza or a mere 104 episodes of Wild Wild West, A.D. knew and watched them all over and over and over. He invented binge watching, long before streaming services gave it a name. His favorite hobby over the years was leather work, just holding the wallet, belt, bookmark or whatever he made was not only holding art but holding hand-stamped love. His creativity also extended to woodwork, A.D. made beautiful furniture, but you had better put it where you want it the first time, real wood is heavy, and he used real wood!
A.D. traveled very little in this life except to Family Reunions or to visit family. He often said "I never left anything there" when some travel destination was mentioned. Oh, he did have a great time at Family Reunions! Often cutting up with one of his brothers or sisters and exposing his silly side that we expected at a reunion but rarely anywhere else.
"Love you the most" was heard from A.D. every time he left the room after tucking in one of his girls and at nearly every "Good Bye" since. No Dad, "We love you the most!"
A.D. is survived by his wife, Kathryn Davis Fudge, his three daughters Debbie (Jon) Gregory of Columbus, Denise Sklar of Eagle Lake, Danna (Greg) Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's eight surviving grandchildren: Jordan (Samantha) Gregory of Ft Smith, AR, Ryan Cason of Eagle Lake, Jessica (Jacob) Brown of Tomball, Seth (Rachel) Gregory of Leander, Rebekah (Marcus Jones) Gregory of Miami, FL, Caleb (Kaleigh) Murrile of Seguin, Carissa (Colton Starns) Murrile of Pflugerville, and Cade Murrile of Shiner. PawPaw's great grandchildren: Sophia Gregory, Owen Gregory, Emerson Gregory, and Whitley Erica Brown (arriving Nov 2023). Also survived by one sister: Nancy Sadler of Big Foot and many nieces and nephews.
A.D. was preceded in death by his parents: Albert Lester Fudge, Sr. & Ruth Patterson Fudge, his son-in-law: Chuck Sklar, & granddaughter: Erica Cason. His sister Ima Jane Montgomery and brothers James Fudge, A.L. (Pete) Fudge, Jr., & David Fudge also preceded A.D. in death.
A.D.'s Celebration of Life Service will be at 2:00, August 9, 2023 at First Baptist Church of Eagle Lake, TX. A visitation time will precede the service at 1:00 and a reception will follow the service at the church. There will be no graveside service.
Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church, PO Box 339, Eagle Lake, TX 77434.
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