RUDOLPH, Stephen Andrew -age 57, Middleton, Annapolis Co., passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Steve grew up in Liverpool and spent many years working for Can Par in Toronto. He was happy to return to N.S. in 2007. Steve loved cars, cats and chatting with people. Steve always had a positive attitude and never complained through disease and disability. We are deeply thankful to those special people (aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends) in our lives who extended support and kindness along his journey. Many thanks are extended to the health care teams at Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and Valley Regional Hospital as well as the Victorian Order of Nurses, EHS, Walmart Pharmacy, Carolyn and Jess. Steve was predeceased by father, David (2006); and brother, John (1966). Survived by mother, Daphne; and sister, Jennifer (Brent) McNeil, nephews, Ryan and Adam. A private family burial will take place September 1, in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Liverpool. Donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, or VON. In memory of Steve, we would also be thankful for any gestures of kindness paid forward to those who are sick, disabled or needing a helping hand. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1-855-825-3448. On-line guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com