Antoinette "Tushia" Rudnick Bange

Antoinette “Tushia” Rudnick Bange, age 82, formerly of Marriottsville, MD, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Born January 7th, 1944, in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late John Anthony Rudnick and Doris (Reeder) Rudnick. She was the devoted wife of her high school sweetheart, the late Richard "Dick" Milton Bange, Jr. who died on December 12, 2018. Feisty and full of life, Tushia was always quick with a joke and never failed to bring laughter into a room. She often said she could live off chocolate bars and Coca-Cola, a small but perfect reflection of her innocent and playful spirit and unapologetic love for life. She was a proud Maryland native who was always quick to point out a story about her home state in the news. She never missed sending her kids and grandkids a card for each and every holiday - she was one of Hallmark’s best customers. She loved all Baltimore sports teams (especially the Orioles), reading (with an affinity for entertainment magazines), watching old TV shows and movies from a time when the world was much more innocent, and, most of all, spending time with her family. Tushia’s husband of 51 years, Dick, was the love of her life, and they formed an inseparable partnership while raising their family. Their love thrived despite several challenges that they faced together over the years and has been an inspiration to many. Tushia was very proud of her upbringing and the family who shaped her, a pride that showed in the way she devoted herself to her own children. She will be remembered for always standing as their loudest supporter and strongest defender. In later years her heart was filled with joy as she watched her grandchildren grow, cherishing the love and laughter they brought into her life. She is survived by son Richard Milton Bange, III and his wife Margaret of Charlotte, NC, daughter Amanda Bange Creaby and her husband Matt of Hampstead, grandchildren Cate, James and Parker Bange and Bennett, Caroline and Hayes Creaby, and brothers John A. Rudnick and Michael Rudnick. She was predeceased by her daughter Caroline Antoinette Bange. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Caroline A. Bange Scholarship Fund, Penn State University, Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, 303A James Building, University Park, PA 16802-5024. Online condolences may be offered at www.haightfuneralhome.com

Antoinette "Tushia" Rudnick Bange

January 7, 1944 - February 5, 2026