Rudolph D. Fluellen

Rudolph David Fluellen was born July 7, 1947 in Bibb County (Macon, Georgia). He was the son of the late Alexander H. Sr. and Mamie Stanley Fluellen. He grew up in Bibb, Laurens and Peach counties and attended public school in Bibb and Laurens counties. Rudolph graduated from Oconee High School in Dublin, Georgia where he played on the varsity team for football and basketball. He sang tenor in the high school chorus and received an award for his vocal performance in Washington, D.C. Upon completion of high school, he was employed with IBM to help prepare him for college. He entered into Fort Valley State College where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Management. While in college he met and admired Patricia A. Dixon. After introducing Patricia to his family, he asked her to marry and they wed in holy matrimony 43 years. To this union two children were born Alicia Fluellen and Patrick Fluellen Sr. Four years ago the joy of his life, his “grandson” was born, Patrick Fluellen, Jr. Rudolph was so happy because another generation was born to carry on his legacy After finishing college Rudolph believed in continuing his education. He did so in many ways. In September 1970, he entered into the United States Army at Fort Jackson, South Carolina where he worked in the Headquarters of the Southern Region, in Accounting and Finance. He later attended John Marshall Law School where he received DVD law degree. Rudolph had a variety of work experiences in Finance & Management that included: W.T. Grant, Atlanta Constitution, Krispy Kreme Donuts and Flowers Bakery where he retired. Rudolph had a very strong relationship with God. He joined Second Baptist Church, Dublin, Georgia at an early age where while attending Fort Valley State College. He attended Fairview, CME Church and Usher Temple Baptist Church both in Fort Valley, Georgia. After marriage, he joined the Dixon Grove Baptist Church in 1970 under the pastoral leadership of Rev. John A. Dixon Sr. Throughout the years, he worked very closely with the Deacons, sang in the choir and supported all auxiliaries in the church with financial support. Rudolph also believed in serving and working in the community. He was selected to serve on the Clayton County Grand Jury for several years. As well as serving on several cases for jury duty. He also, worked with the UNCF, little league baseball and football teams and attended the athletic association banquets each year. As an avid Atlanta sports fan, he was season ticket holder for the Atlanta Falcons going back to the Atlanta Fulton County stadium. He also attended the World Series for the Atlanta Braves and attended some of the 1996 Olympics events in Atlanta. As a devoted family man he believed in taking his family on many road trips and family reunions. He loved to visit relatives in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio, Washington D.C., Maryland, and visited the White House several times. His hobbies included fishing, gardening and swimming. Rudolph leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife Mrs. Patricia Fluellen, daughter Ms. Alicia Fluellen, son Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Fluellen, Sr. (Sonja); grandson Master Patrick Fluellen, Jr.; brother Mr. & Mrs. Columbus (Gloria) Gilmore, Dr. Alexander H. Fluellen; Mr. Alfonzo Fluellen; Mr. Ronald Fluellen; uncle Mr. & Mrs. Sammy (Josephine) Stanley, David Stanley; aunts Mrs. Eula Mae Stanley; Mrs. Martha Stanley, Mrs. Carolyn Stanley, close cousin Mr. & Mrs. Albert (Ida) Stanley, Mr. & Mrs. Danny (Ellen) Stanley; special family members Ms. Tiffany Russell, Ms. Jasmine (Kyrin & Cameron) & Amber Green and Mr. Johnny Holman; and other devoted families the Davenport’s, the Dixon’s, the Davis’, the Brock’s, the Martin’s, the Bankston’s, the Stinson’s and Hutcherson’s families and a host of other relatives and friends.

Rudolph D. Fluellen

July 7, 1947 - December 15, 2013