Benavides, Rudy, S. Was born to eternal life and reunited with his previously departed loved ones on June 24th, 2021, age 71. Rudy is survived by his devoted wife, bestfriend and lifelong soulmate Jacqueline Benavides (nee Lenzke); beloved children Jodee (Maggie) Benavides, Jasmine (Jesus) Padilla, and Severo (Judith) Benavides, along with their treasured 9 grandchildren and expecting great-grandchild; beloved sisters Bridgette and Hope; brothers John and Santos and many, many other dear friends and relatives whom he loved very much and were part of his inspirational life. Rudy's commitment to his wife and family were his most notable qualities along with his joy of laughter (and a good joke), singing, cooking and taking care of others; his heart was so big! His passionate roles of husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, although greatly missed, will be cherished forever by his family through his stories and his love! "Tears of joy, to infinity and more!" Private services were held.