Gerald Allen Rudolph

Gerald “Jerry” Rudolph, 67, of East Bethel, Minnesota, formerly of Elk River, Minnesota, passed away on February 5th, 2026.  He was born July 10th, 1958 to Kermit and Dorothea “Dottie” Rudolph.

Jerry graduated from Elk River High School in 1976.  After high school, he served four years in the Navy.  After the Navy, Jerry worked as a machinist and a cabinet maker.

Jerry was a well-liked person.  He enjoyed watching NASCAR racing, spending time fishing, and spending time with friends and family

Grateful for having shared in Jerry’s life are his mother, Dorothea Lind; sister, Patty Hackley; daughter, Amanda (Rob) Belmore; 2 grandchildren, Hartley and Ava; nephew, Logan; and niece, Mariah.  He was preceded in death by his father, Kermit Rudolph; step-father, Roger Lind; and sister, Debbie Hanson.  He will be deeply missed by his family.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026 at St. John Lutheran Church in Nowthen, MN.  Visitation begins at 10.  Inurnment and military honors will follow the service at the St. John Lutheran Cemetery.

Friends and family are welcome to sign the online guestbook.