Mr. Theodore C. Trudell, age 81 of Newaygo, died Sunday, October 24, 2004 at his residence in Brooks Township near Newaygo. He was born Theodore C. Trudell in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin the son of Velma (Pratt) and Clarence Trudell on August 9, 1923. He married Joyce Elaine Dewey on July 16, 1958 in Newaygo. He was a Engineer for Gerber Products Company, Fremont for 32 plus years until January, 1981.

He is survived by his wife Joyce Trudell, his children Sandra Trudell of Pierson, Lyle & Sue Trudell of Livonia, Pamela & Michael Forde of Houston, TX, Teddy Trudell of Newaygo, Bonnie & Bob Highfill of Howard City, Jeff & Diane Sanborn of Grand Rapids, Kelly Trudell of Birmingham, many grandchildren & great-grandchildren, 8 brothers & sisters.

At his request cremation has taken place and private services will be held at a later date. For Memorials In lieu of flowers please consider Hospice of Michigan-Newaygo County.

McKinley Funeral Home, Newaygo 231-652-5613. http:\\mckinleyfuneral.com