Rudolph William Marconi, age 68, of Crossville, passed away July 16, 2021. He was born November 5, 1952, in Columbia, South Carolina, the son of the late Rudolph Thomas Richardson and Florence Cook Rich. Rudolph worked as a land surveyor and was of the Baptist faith. In his high school years, he played the trumpet, was on the gymnastic team and was the school mascot. Rudolph sang and played guitar, and loved to sing church hymns and share his love for the Lord.

He is survived by his daughter: Veronica Lee Smith of New York; grandchildren: Kayla Marie Smith, Aidan James Davis Smith and Sarah Marie Smith; sisters: Faye Amdur Chin of Florida and Carla Amdur of Monterey; and his loving dog: Patches.

A graveside service was held Monday, July 19, 2021 at Crossville City Cemetery. Obituary by Bilbrey Funeral Home in Crossville.