Randall Stephen Cude

Randall Stephen Cude passed away July 20th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Randy is survived by his sister Janice Schafer and children Sherry Cude, Kelly Cude, Tina Williams and Brandy Pyle and his grandchildren Justin Cude, Colten Williams and Ashley Cude. He is preceded in death by Elbert “Mutt” Cude, Bonnie Cude, David Cude, Norma Cude and Lindsay Cude.

Randy was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. He grew up with his siblings, David and Janice, and was raised by his devoted parents in a loving family. At an early age Randy began plumbing with his father spending summers working and learning the trade. As a young teenager, he climbed on his first bull and was hooked. For the next several decades, he pursued his passion for rodeo, and later hosted jackpots in his backyard arena, helping a local stock contractor try out green bulls.

After graduating from Mesa High School, Randy devoted himself to working hard, supporting his family, and chasing his passion for rodeo.

In 1981, Randy married the love of his life, Norma Cude. Together they built a family business, founding RC Plumbing, which they owned and operated for nearly 20 years until Randy's retirement. Even later in life, Randy continued competing in Old Timers Rodeos across the western states until he finally hung up his rope.

Throughout his life, Randy enjoyed braiding bull ropes and crafting one-of-a-kind snakeskin belts adorned with intricate beadwork. He was a hardworking man whose talents, passions, and love for the western way of life left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.