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Charles Rusky Obituary

Rusky, Charles Robert Age 76, passed away on February 1, 2019, at Hoag Memorial Hospital, Newport Beach, CA. Chuck was the son of Robert and Mildred Rusky (Chicago, IL); survived by dearest friend, James Thompson; sisters, Jo Anne Ragona and Nancy (Edward, Jr.) Stack; nephews, Edward (Julie) Stack III, Marc Ragona, and Scott Ragona; niece, Deanna Stack; great-niece, Elizabeth Stack; and great-nephew, Andrew Stack. He attended St. Agnes (Brighton Park), St. Rita of Cascia High School (1960), and received a BA from Loyola University Chicago (1964), majoring in accounting. He retired as an Enrolled Agent in 2018. In 1995, Chuck became a laryngectomy survivor. He was active and had served as Treasurer for both the Orange County Lost Chord Club and the International Association of Laryngectomees. Recently, he battled lung cancer. We would like to thank the numerous friends, professional staff, and particularly, St. Joseph Hospice at Hoag who assisted Chuck during his suffering. There will be a Celebration of Life ceremony in California (date to be determined).

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 17, 2019.
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Chuck and I were colleagues. We had attended many tax classes together since 1995. As he was getting ready to retire he entrusted a number of his clients to me. He was brilliant. I always admired his incredible ability to remember every detail. He will be greatly missed by all of his clients. My sincerest condolences to James, JoAnne and all of his family.

Bonnie Stramer

May 15, 2019

My parents were clients of Chuck's since I was very young and for the past 20 years, he assisted me with my own taxes. In addition to being a skilled accountant, he was a good friend and always was able to make me laugh with his dead-pan humor. Chuck will be greatly missed! My condolences to his family, may you find comfort in each other during this tough time.

B Walker

April 23, 2019

Chuck will be sadly missed by all of us at the Lost Cords Cord Club of Orange County. He served us well as Treasurer and was always willing to help another "Lary".

God Bless and condolences to family and friends.

Geoff Merriday, President, LCCOC

Geoffrey Merriday

April 3, 2019

Jo Anne, Nancy, Edward, and family. We are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences. May you draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you.

FG Rich

March 23, 2019

My mom and I were just talking about Chuck. My son recently moved to LA and he was going to reach out to him, then noticed that he passed. We are so sorry for your loss. My mom has many fond memories of Chuck.

Thinking of all of you,

Michelle Love and Patsy Rusky Klein

Patsy Klein

March 22, 2019

Heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family and friends on the loss of your love one, Mr. Rusky. May loving memories, shared smiles and laughter, love from family and friends surround and sustain you during this sorrowful time. Grief is something we all share, our Heavenly Father shares your grief and pain. HIS words will give you peace, comfort and strength to endure this very difficult time.
Ps. 34: 18,19

I M

March 17, 2019

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