BURLINGTON - Rudkowsky, Margaret Clara passed away at her residence on Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the age of 83. Margaret was born on October 16, 1930 in Krakow, WI to John and Josephine Falkowski. She graduated from Marinette State Teachers College and then from the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. In 1969 Margaret married the love of her life, John Rudkowsky in Union Grove, WI. Their son, John Jr., was born in 1970, and in a tragic accident both her husband and son drowned in the Fox River on April 22, 1973. Margaret was an elementary teacher for many years. She taught in the Pulaski School system, Minneapolis School system and the Milwaukee School system. She enjoyed teaching and helping her students to learn. She loved travelling to Europe and to many of the United States. She also loved her crafts and crocheting. Margaret is survived by her sisters: Lorretta (Peter) Kuznia of Minneapolis, MN and Agnes (Gerald) Wautier of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: John Rudkowsky Sr., son: John Rudkowsky Jr., sister and brothers: Mildred Meisekothen, Henry, Frank and Max Falkowski. Margaret's family would like to give special thanks to good friends Arlene, Shirley and Rhonda for their frequent visits and encouragement. They would also like to thank the VNA Hospice Nurses for their assistance with Margaret’s struggle with cancer. There will be a visitation from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at St. Charles Catholic Church, 449 Conkey St., Burlington, WI 53105. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 AM. Burial in St. Charles Cemetery in Burlington to follow Mass. In lieu of floral expressions of sympathy, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the . Mealy Funeral Home 225 West Main Street Waterford, WI 53185 (262) 534-2233