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Rudy Kovacevich Obituary, October 15, 2024 (Age 90)
We knew him as "Mr. K" at Meadowdale High.
"Our forever friend and humanist, Rudy Kovacevich (age 90) of Edmonds, Washington, left us October 15, 2024, hopped into his 1949 Nash Ambassador and boarded his forever cruise ship the Azamara for a very lengthy cruise. He is survived by his wife, Harriett, son Scott, granddaughter Kasha and her husband Clay. Yes, he voted prior to boarding. The original opportunity employer humanist --never a four word to exit his lips. He advanced humankind by setting the example he expressed through quiet dignity, honor and forthrightness. He never entered the dark side of life.
"Rudy was born June 12, 1934 in Rosyln, Washington. Family of coal miners -- his mom the best cook in Rosyln and listened carefully for the sound of the Canaries. His dad was the crew boss. His family life was extremely private - lessons advanced through his life. He was educated in Rosyln, advanced art and design degrees from University of Central Washington. A master designer and teacher, he developed numerous advanced credit design and art courses. We all hiked and climbed "Every Mountain" with Rudy in the State of Washington - at least twice. He developed numerous humanity courses and was the lifelong President of the "Fickle Finger of Fate Club".
"Rudy loved to watch his son play baseball - never missed a game. Provided Rudy a chance to hone his patience skills and learned to love the art of baseball.
"Preceded in death his beloved mother and father, sister, in-law parents and daughter in law. And, yes, his two Siamese Cats and two Dash Hounds.
"Grave side private service October 28, 2024, 1 PM, Rosyln City Cemetery, Rosyln Washington. Beck Funeral Home, Edmonds, Washington assisting with the final details."
From the Everett Herald, Oct. 26, 2024: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/heraldnet/name/rudy-kovacevich-obituary?id=56618867
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/heraldnet/name/rudy-kovacevich-obituary?id=56618867
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Anne Mackie
I loved this man. He was my rock through hard times in my high school years. A few months back, I posted this link to a wonderful interview with Mr. K, about his time growing up in Roslyn, Washington. When you get some time, listen to it. Such a gem of a person. Thanks Mr. K for being there for me.
https://media.cwu.edu/media/Rudolph+A.+Kovacevich+Video+Interview/1_w9y7gkum
Chris Thompson
One of my favorite people, great sense of humor accepting and tollerant. I still have my art album he had us create, and when I want a good laugh I look at it. I still cannot draw water, but I love to view art, thaks Mr. K.
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Sally Skei (Donovan)
He was a wonderful person. I did not take art from him, as I knew that I wasn't an artist. I wish that I had do so, as he was such a great guy, and I might have accomplished something in his class. I did enjoy talking with him a few times. RIP, Rudy.
Sandy Sparks (Fox)
After my husband retired from the Navy and we had moved back home, we went to dinner one night at Arnies in Edmonds. We were seated in about the middle of the restaurant , and Rudy and his family came in and were seated at one end of the restaurant. Mike knew him from Meadowdale and got up and went to see him. After awhile Rudy looked back at me and asked Mike" Is that your mother." RIP Mr K you were loved by all.
Sandy Sparks Fox
Chris Thompson
Funny storie Sandy, thanks.