Harlan Craig Rudnick

Harlan Craig Rudnick, 61, of Eolia, went home to Glory on November 3, 2025. Since it would have been Grandma Mott’s 99th birthday and knowing Harlan’s sense of humor, he probably arrived at Heaven’s door saying “Hey Grandma Mott – I’m your birthday present this year!” Cremation for Harlan was handled by Bibb-Veach Funeral Homes and Crematory of Bowling Green. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 15th starting at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, on Pike 255. Pastor Gus along with James and Chuck under the direction of the Holy Spirit will help us celebrate Harlan’s Home Going. The Word will be shared, Singing songs of Praise, sharing memories of Harlan, and enjoying food at the carry-in afterwards. The burial of his ashes will be a private family affair. Harlan, the son of Kenneth and Renee’ Rudnick, was born in New York on August 14, 1964. Their family moved to California. While there Harlan became a believer and went to Bible College where he got his love for mission work. He went on several mission trips, one of which was to the Naomi House in Arizona where he worked with the Native American children. While there he met the love of his life, Angel Joy Steadman. The city boy followed the country girl back to Missouri and got married in 2011. They have two children, Josiah and Hannah. Since moving to Missouri, Harlan had been employed at Dairy Queen and for many years he has worked for True Manufacturing at the Bowling Green plant. Harlan worked hard to provide for his family, but his heart was people and missions. He found joy in encouraging others and leading others to the God of the Bible. He hurt when others hurt and rejoiced with others in their success. He made friends wherever he went as could be seen in the many people world-wide praying and requesting updates on his health since his heart attack on July 29, 2025. Harlan’s special qualities will be greatly missed. The survivors are Harlan’s mother, Renee’ in California; his brother, Matt Rudnick and wife Julia, their children, Justin and wife Alicia, also Baby Rudnick due next month, and Lauren and husband, Jonathan, all from Texas; the in-laws, Grandma Betty DeVore from the state of Washington; David (Pa) and Betty (Mom) Steadman; brother-in-law, Jeremiah; sister-in-law, Amy and nephew, Elijah; along with lots of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers at True. Preceding him in death was his wife, Angel; his dad, Kenneth; and all his grandparents except the one from Washington. In lieu of flowers you may Bless the family with money to cover the funeral expenses or for the needs of the children. You may bring it by the church on November 15th, or send it to Betty Steadman at 17767 Hwy. NN, Bowling Green, MO 63334. Online condolences may be made at www.bibbveach.com.

Harlan Craig Rudnick

August 14, 1964 - November 3, 2025