+Pamela Mahoney Rudd (5/9/1951 - 1/24/24) - passed away of brain tumor

Mrs. Pamela Mahoney Rudd, longtime Basilica parishioner, passed away in her home Wednesday, January 24, 2024, around 10pm, in the company of her family. Her death followed a brief bout with brain cancer, that was diagnosed in early December, 2023. Pamela is survived by her husband, Robin Rudd, her six grown children, and fourteen grandchildren. She was the oldest of eight siblings, including the Basilica's late maintenance supervisor, John Mahoney. 

Pam's family shared that Pam was born on a Wednesday and died on a Wednesday, and that day is traditionally dedicated to Saint Joseph, Patron of a Happy Death. She had a holy death. It was very beautiful and peaceful.

Pray 

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon them. May Pam Rudd, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

At this time, the Divine Mercy Chaplet is especially recommended:

How to Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet 
 

Funeral Arrangements  

VISITATION Sunday, January 28, 2024 from 2-6pm, concluding with ROSARY at 6pm at Chattanooga Funeral Home, East Brainerd Chapel, 8214 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421

VISITATION Monday, January 29, 2024 from 9-10am at The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 214 E 8th St., Chattanooga, TN 37402

FUNERAL MASS Monday, January 29, 2024 at 10am at The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 214 E 8th St., Chattanooga, TN 37402

BURIAL Monday, January 29, 2024 following the 10am Funeral Mass, at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1 Mount Olivet Drive, East Ridge, TN 37412

Homily about Pam

Read the homily given by Fr. David Carter at Pam's Funeral Mass

Pam's Obituary

View Pam's obituary on Chattanooga Funeral Home website

Pamela Marion Mahoney Rudd
May 9, 1951 – January 24, 2024

   After a life of faith, hope and charity, Pamela Marion Mahoney Rudd departed this life on January 24, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. With unceasing love and unselfish service, Pam walked 72 years upon this earth. Born in Dunlap, Tennessee to the late Marion Doolittle Mahoney and James Leonard Mahoney, she was the oldest of eight siblings. Her grandparents were Cordelia Daugherty Mahoney and Oscar Mahoney, Leita Agee Doolittle and Earl Doolittle. She was preceded in death by a brother, John Paul.
   
   Pam graduated from Sequatchie County High School and participated in the marching band. She also attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. At age 13, she went to work at Cate's Pharmacy, in Dunlap, as a “soda jerk.” When the family moved to Chattanooga, Pam went to work at Eastgate Toyland. She also worked at the May Family's A&M Toys and Hobby stores in East Ridge, and at Highland Plaza. After raising her family, she worked for Little Caesars at the East Brainerd and Brainerd Village stores where she was know affectionately as “Miss Pam.” In December, she retired.

   Active in Pro-life activities she served in several offices, including President of the Chattanooga Chapter of Tennessee Right to Life.

   Her joys were her grandchildren and cooking.

   She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Robin, six children; Marie Bishop (Will), Rachel Muracka, Maggie Caruso (Ryan), Rebecca Parkes (Andrew), Charles (Amelia), and Anne. Her love embraced 14 grandchildren, to whom she was known as “Muggie,” and many nieces and nephews. Surviving siblings include, Becky Elam (Larry), Emilie Cavin (Jim), Chris (Patti), Pat (Karen), Mike with Toni Goodman and Mark (Teresa).
Pallbearers are Pat Mahoney, Mike Mahoney, Mark Mahoney, Jeremy Mahoney, David Mahoney, and Charles Rudd. Honorary pallbearers are Chris Mahoney, Shane Mahoney, Lance Elam, Nick Whitfield, and Dylan Mahoney.

   The family will receive family and friends at the Chattanooga Funeral Home East Brainerd Chapel on January 28, Sunday, from 2 pm to 6 pm,, with the Rosary at 6:00 pm. The funeral Mass will be January 29, Monday at 10:00 am at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul with the Very Reverend J. David Carter officiating. The family will receive friends before the Mass at the church at 9:00 am. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Saint Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

Thank You for the Meal Train 

As all of you know, sweet Pam Rudd has passed away. The Rudd family has benefited so much from the generosity of the community and thanks you all from the bottom of their hearts for all the various forms of support and help! 

Since Pam passed much quicker than the family anticipated, they’re in a phase of trying to adopt a “new normal.” 

*The family has asked us to stop the meal train at this time.*

If you’d still like to send a meal or form of support, please contact Maggie Caruso, Pam and Robin’s daughter. +1 (423) 432-8170. Coordination has been a lot on Mr. Rudd so Maggie would like to take this over for him. Please keep praying for the Rudd family in this period of adjustment and grief. Thank you! 
 

Pam's Illness

Announced 12/10/23:  Prayers are requested for Pam Rudd, wife of Robin Rudd. A cancerous mass was found on Pam's brain and diagnosed as terminal. Please pray for Pam and her family as they discern and navigate each step forward.

Please pray for Pam and her family as they discern and navigate each step forward. Pam's family asks that you pray for God's will, the grace to endure this trial, and even a miracle, if it is God's will. 

Update 1/17/24: Pam has declined considerably, and Fr. Carter has gone to administer last rites to her today. Please pray for her, especially the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Robin and the Rudd family are grateful for your prayers. 

 

Photos

Pam and Robin Rudd have six grown children and fourteen grandchildren. They are faithful parishioners at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul. Pam has seven siblings, including the late John Mahoney, the Basilica's former maintenance supervisor.



Pam and Robin on their vacation together this fall - their first in a long time!









Pam and Robin's young family