Gloria Kay (Behlen) Ruddock

Gloria Kay (Behlen) Ruddock was born on February 17, 1945, in Cost, Texas to Gerhard Otto Behlen and Hester Elizabeth Keck Behlen. She passed away on July 24th, 2026, at the age of 81.

She married James Bubba Ruddock on September 24th in 1965, who was her best friend and love of her life. They were married for over 60 years and were blessed with two children, Daughter Donna Kay Holstein (Billy Marshall) of Floresville, Texas and Son Chad Allen Ruddock (Anna) of Gonzales Texas.

She is survived by her husband, two children, and three beautiful granddaughters that were her pride and joy, Krislynn Brianna Ruddock (Del Aguilar) of Gonzales, Jaselin Cheyenne Holstein (Michael Sanchez) of San Antonio, Jilya Paige Smith (Cade Smith) of Boerne, great-grandson, Banner James Smith of Boerne, sisters, Barbara Sue Hand, Sandra Marie Huber (Tommy Huber) of Gonzales, brother, Ronald Gerhard Behlen (Bonnie) of Cost, and brother in-law, Clifford Hare of Gonzales, and many nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her parents, sisters-in-law, Virginia Irle, and Janice Hare, and brothers-in-law, Bill Irle and Bobby Hand.

She loved being a sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother lovingly known as “Nanny” or “Aunt Kay”. Gloria was one of the most genuine, respectful, and humble people you could meet. She never met a stranger and was very well known in the community. As a young lady she was involved in Cost 4H and won numerous awards. She was the Apache Fan of the Year in 1985 and attended numerous sporting events throughout her lifetime. She loved sports and always cheered on the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Longhorns, San Antonio Spurs, and the mighty Apaches. Gloria also loved to dance, she and her Husband were yearly attendees at the local Gonzales Bop and Bash and loved to show off their skills at local dances. She loved riding shotgun and working alongside her husband checking cattle and oil wells and was given the title of “Professional Gate Opener”.

She will be remembered for her sweet smile, tight hugs, exuberant cheers, contagious laughter, and unconditional love.

The family will receive friends from 4:30 pm to 5 pm, Thursday, July 30. 2026 in Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. A Memorial will follow at 5 pm in Seydler-Hill Funeral Home with Chad Rudock officiating. Honorary pallbearers: Lance Behlen, Brice Hand, Keaton Smith, Tanner Walker, Jimmy Mills and Cody Mashburn.

Memorials may be made to Elara Caring Hospice, 300 Landa Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 or the Floyd Chapel Cemetery Association. Friends may leave their condolences to the family by visiting www.seydlerhillfuneralhome.com. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Fune