Joyce Rudolph

Joyce Elaine Rudolph, aged 88, longtime resident of Aurora, IL and Islamorada, FL, passed away peacefully at her home in Livingston, MT on May 3, 2026.

Joyce was born on February 15, 1938 in Aurora to Milton and Agnes Millhouse. She graduated from Rosary High School and worked for The Beacon News in her hometown before marrying and raising her family.

Joyce was a loving wife to Alexander Stewart Rudolph who preceded her in 1997 and who she missed dearly. Joyce and Alex were married on October 30, 1965 in Aurora. Together they had three children, Michael Stewart Rudolph who preceded Joyce in 2012, Geoffrey Edward Rudolph of Boston, MA and Diana Alexander Rudolph of Livingston, MT. Joyce had three grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Alexander, Eleanor and Nash.

Beyond her children’s families, Joyce is survived by her brothers Jim, Bob and Bill and preceded by her parents and sister Pat.

Joyce Loved spending time in the Keys and would talk to anyone who would listen about her children and grandchildren. She was an avid bridge and mahjong player who relished spending time at the table with her friends.

The immediate family is planning a private service.

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