The 60th Ruddy Family Reunion
July 5, 2005 The 60th Annual Ruddy Reunion was held in Waddington, NY. A total of 90 family members and guests attended the tradtional reunion hosted by part of the Irene LaDuke branch: Brian & Pam LaDuke, Heather LaDuke, Chad & Marlene LaDuke, Chris LaDuke, Meredith & Pat Connell, Katy LaDuke, Jessie LaDuke and Josh LaDuke. The day began with Mass at St. Mary's in Waddington. The parish priest was assisted by Deacon Bob Ruddy. Ellen Zagrobelny played the piano, and Timmy Bone sang. After mass we made the traditional visit to the cemetary to visit the graves of Jim & Nellie Ruddy as well as the other family members buried there. We then moved to Pat Ruddy's farm -- the family homestead, Early Dawn -- for the picnic and games. This year's reunion was unique in that every branch of the family was represented with Uncle Tom (97) attending. Katy LaDuke did a great job of organizing games and getting 3 generations to participate. Ellen, Margaret and Jack Zagrobelny treated us to some Irish step dancing followed by their younger cousins giving it a try.
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