William "Rudy" Rudolph Causey Jr

October 11, 1947 - September 6, 2021

William Rudolph "Rudy" Causey Jr., age 73, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021. He was born in Conway, the son of the late William Rudolph Causey and the late Ethel Rogers Causey. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Merilyn Hendrick Causey of Conway; three daughters, Rebecca Harper (Scott), Jennifer Causey, and Annette Causey (Brandon Ray) all of Conway; five grandchildren, Bryson Harper, Anna Margaret Harper, Cassy Ray, Isabella Ray, and William Ray; one sister, Ann Holden (Ivan) of Georgetown; and nephew, Rhett Holden of Georgetown. He loved his family dearly which included many brothers/sisters-in-law as well as nieces and nephews. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from the SC Department of Transportation after 28 years of service. "Mr. Rudy" was also a faithful member of Homewood Baptist Church for over 60 years. As a RA leader at Homewood Baptist Church for many years, he was a believer in "We are ambassadors for Christ" (2 Cor. 5:20, KJV). The R.A. boys he led have become men, but have always remained "his boys." Mr. Rudy wanted to share Christ's love but what he gained was a great love for each of the boys and the joy of seeing them become the Christlike men that they are today. Mr. Rudy's enjoyed having young men bring him a fish with a "fish tale". He also loved teaching his grandkids to be helpful to others. A graveside service, with Military Honors, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 18, 2021 with Rev. Steve Cashion officiating at Hillcrest Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the cemetery. Memorials may be sent to Homewood Baptist Church, 3296 Highway 319 East, Conway, SC 29526.