Russell Martin Caudill, Jr. was born on March 13, 1944 in Baltimore, Maryland to Russell, Sr & Ilene (Speakes) Caudill. Russell went home to be with The Lord on January 28, 2024 with his wife and two daughters by his side. Russ, as most knew him, grew up in Seat Pleasant, Maryland. He enlisted in the US Army on March 20, 1961 and was Honorably Discharged March 10, 1964.
He served as a Police Officer in Washington, DC from 1972 to 1974, and then went on to serve his local community as a Prince Georges County Police Officer from 1974 until he retired in 1982 to focus on raising his 2 young daughters. The law and serving his community were never far from Russ as he went on serve as an Investigator with the State of Maryland Office of the Inspector General, and then was promoted to Manager and retired as a Manager for the Department of Homeland Security.
Russ was a cop through and through and very proud of his time as a Police Officer and anything else he could do to serve his community. In 2017 he went to advocate for the retaining and restoration of the Peace Cross as a historic landmark that commemorates the 49 local servicemen that died overseas in World War I.
Russ was a Christian man who spent much of his time in the 1980’s serving at his local church and often brought his two daughters to help with church maintenance. It was a good time to spend with his daughters serving The Lord. Russ married Mary T. Caudill in August 10, 1996. They enjoyed each other every day, they were best friends, travel companions and true partners in life. Russ’ hobbies, in addition to hangin’ with his Shorty (his wife), he loved to fish with his sons and son in law, paint, dance and go to Lowes for “ongoing projects.”
Russ is survived by his wife Mary, daughters Kara Tedesco and husband Chuck of Reisterstown, and Kelli Caudill of Chestertown, sons Christopher Caudill and wife Jessica of Bowie, Steven Robeson and wife Misty of North Beach, and John Robeson and wife Brenda of Owings. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Russell, Sr. and Ilene Caudill, his brother Jack Caudill, and his son Russell Caudill III.
Following the Funeral Service at Rausch Funeral Home, Russell’s family will be hosting a reception to which all are invited at the Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 located at 3330 Chesapeake Beach Rd., Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
Interment will be at Maryland Veterans Cemetery Cheltenham at a later date.
Dennis Campbell
February 2 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
I knew Russ for many years. We never worked together but I always knew he was a great police officer and I enjoyed sitting down with him discussing old times. We both came out of DC, but I was a little older than Russ although we knew some of the same old DC cops. They were certainly a hand full. God bless you my friend – you were a tough old retired cop and I say that with the upper most respect. My sincere condolences to Russ’s wife and children. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ give you the strength to confront this devastating loss. Dennis Campbell – Retired Lieutenant PGPD
Tom and Paula
January 31 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
When a close friend leaves us, a piece of our hearts is broken forever. We cannot take away your grief and cannot imagine the pain at the loss of your beloved husband and father. But know that we share your hurt and sorrow and are with you through this tough journey. We are sending our most sincere sympathies and love to you and your family.
Diane Thompson
January 31 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Kara, Kelli and family, so sorry for the loss of your Father. Praying for peace and comfort. Remember all the wonderful times you had with you Father. I never met him but it sounds like he was a very special man. Diane and Jim Thompson
Karen Sparkes
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Remember when you first met Russ and how happy you have been together. You have been devoted to caring for him. How lucky you were to find each other and love your blended families.
May your memories bring you all comfort and laughter at your stories you share.
Your Buddy, Karen
James Ignowski
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
In middle 1970’s I was working Bowie but living in Riverdale, in an apartment community. Russ was working patrol in Riverdale. He was hard-working, and not timid about catching criminals and taking them to jail. Exactly what the community needed then. When you call the police, they have to come hard, and do a job. I appreciated the dedication to service I saw Russ perform. Was proud he was my co-worker.
Nancy Thomas
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss, you and the girls are in my prayers. ❤️???? keep the faith.
Nancy Thomas
Kelli Caudill
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
My Papa, I said it all TO you but I have so much to say ABOUT you it’s hard to put them all to actual words right now.
I cherish all the years I had with you. The laughs and corny jokes. The side eye you’d give me when I was being silly then I’d remind you that I was YOUR daughter, you would nod your head and say “that’s true.” I am so proud to be your daughter and SO proud of the great man you were, overcoming everything life threw at you. You were always a survivor, and proved that by the last 9 years, you never gave up. I am SO happy you are with Jesus and God now. I miss you so much already and will miss you every second until we are reunited but until then, you live on in my heart, my memories and my DNA.
I Love You Papa. Love Pumpkin.
Linda Ackerman
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Mary,
Know that Doug and I send our deepest sympathy and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
As I was reading his life story, it brought back fond memories of “the good old days”. Russ was a very special man and I know that you were an awesome partner for him.
God bless you and keep you, Kara and Kelli in His loving embrace.
The Ackerman family
Kara Tedesco
January 30 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Daddy, you were a great father and a wonderful man. I’m so proud to be your daughter. I miss you so much already. Until I see you in Heaven…
I love you!!!????
Kara
Harriet Schuster
January 29 – Obituary: Russell Martin Caudill, Jr.
Brian, Brandon and I are so sorry for your loss. We pray that one day his memory will be a source of comfort for all of you. There is so much love between all of you..and now is the time to lean on each other❤️we are here now and always. The Schuster family
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