Laurie Dangler

I don't know why this was such a hard obituary to post.  We weren't particularly close yet for some reason each time I logged in to share I ended up backing out.  I kept hoping it would magically become easier but it hasn't yet I find that she needs to be here among her family.  Farewell Laurie.  

Laurie A. (Rudes) Dangler, M.D., age 48, died Saturday, June 1, 2019 at her home after a long battle with brain and breast cancer. She was born August 5, 1970 to Randolph and Paulette (Oberhaus) Rudes in Toledo Ohio.

While growing up outside Toledo, Laurie excelled in many activities including playing trumpet in her high school marching band, competitive horseback riding, and learning how to bake the best apple pies ever. She was known for her kind heart, strong work ethic, drive and determination. After graduating with honors from Genoa Area High School, Laurie went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Cum Laude, from the University of Toledo, and her M.D. from The Ohio State University.

Laurie met the love of her life, Doug, in junior high school and they were married August 1, 1992 in Genoa, Ohio. Throughout their many years together, Laurie and Doug enjoyed participating in Volkswagen clubs throughout Ohio, traveling and a mutual love of music. Laurie and Doug raised two outstanding children, Rebecca and Evan, who Laurie loved deeply.

While training to run the Columbus Half Marathon in 2007, Laurie was diagnosed with brain cancer. She was determined to run again after treatment and formed ROC On! (Run Over Cancer), a charity that raised funds for brain cancer research. Laurie continued to run half-marathons after treatment for many years, inspiring many others to run and raise funds as well.

Laurie was also an excellent doctor who was adored by her patients. Laurie made friends easily wherever she went. Her loving spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Laurie is preceded in death by her parents, Randolph and Paulette Rudes. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Doug; daughter, Rebecca; son, Evan; sisters Angela Jimerson, Abigail (Jeremy) King, Lindsey (Thomas) Milam; nephews Gregory, Nicholas and Timothy; and niece Sarah.

Services are listed below. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Ohio State University Fund, ROC On Research Fund for Neuro-Oncology Center, Fund #313389 (www.giveto.osu.edu <http://www.giveto.osu.edu>).