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Rudie Klopman-Baerselman Obituary


RUDIE KLOPMAN-BAERSELMAN
January 11, 1937 ~ November 25, 2017
"Rudie was loved by many and was always known
for being such a kind and happy man."

Rudie Klopman-Baerselman was born Jan. 11th, 1937 in Surabaya, Indonesia to Charlotte Augenstein and Steven Gerrit Klopman-Baerselman. Shortly after, he and his family moved to the Netherlands.
In 1960, after the merchant marines, Rudie immigrated to the United States of America where he met and married Connie Jean Howard. Connie sadly passed away in 1995.
Rudie is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Muriel; step-daughter, Rebecca; three sons, Steve (Robyn), Eric (Tiffany) and Tom (Aimee); and 10 loving grandchildren.
The service will be held on Sun., Dec. 3rd at 2 p.m. at Eric and Tiffany 's barn, 40910 SE 30th St., Washougal, WA.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Nov. 29, 2017.
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The Christensen family always will remember him as a very kind, sweet man. Always a big smile and a hug for old neighbors.

December 23, 2017

We will hold all of our memories dear. Love you Uncle Rudie! Love Bill and Jeannette

Bill and Jeannette Hathaway

November 30, 2017

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.

Ed & Diane Mesick

November 30, 2017

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