A graduate of Independence High School, Trudy attended Central Piedmont Community College. She was currently employed with Corning Inc.
A person who loved animals, she enjoyed traveling, attending concerts, watching movies and tax preparation.
Survivors include her children, Callie Peterson and John Vinson; a sister and brother, niece, nephew, great-nephew and 3 great-nieces along with extended family and family by choice.
Trudy was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers.
Funeral Service 2 p.m. Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Forest Lawn West Funeral & Cremation Service, 4601 Freedom Drive, Charlotte. Visitation 1 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial in Forest Lawn West Cemetery. Condolences may be submitted at www.forestlawnwest.com.