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Published: 13 February 2017 13 February 2017

Clarence Rudiger rsClarence J. Rudiger Sr., 87, resident of Animas passed away Wednesday February 8, 2017 in Silver City.

Clarence was born July 11, 1929 in Anapra, New Mexico to Ludwig and Lillian Rudiger. He married Nora Lee Gailey on May 23, 1959 and has lived in Animas most all his life where he farmed, ranched and raised his family. Clarence served his country honorably in the United States Army.

He is survived by his children, Clarence J. Rudiger Jr. (Leslee) of Animas, Matthew L. Rudiger (Tara) of Deming, Nora L. Gleason (Jimmy) of Nevis, Minnesota, and Amber R. Bryant (Barry) of Mesa, Arizona; 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

His wife, Nora, preceded him in death on June 12, 2011.

A graveside service will be Tuesday February 14, 2017 at 11 o'clock in the morning at the Rudiger Family Cemetery located at 69 Bar CR Ranch Road in Animas. Cremation will take place at Baca's Mimbres Crematory.