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Ann Ruckrich Obituary

Ruckrich, Ann at rest Sunday, July 8, 2007, beloved wife of George, retired CPD, loving mother of Christine (David) Newell, George Jr., Catherine (Frank) Garza and David, fond grandmother of Guillermo, Tina, Raquel, Lance Corp. Scott U.S.M.C, Richelle, Daniel, Lilly, Catherine, Mateo and Michael, dear sister of Estelle Haynes, Alice (Richard) Lyons, Marian (the late Ronald) Manka, fond sister-in-law of Mary Waclawek. Funeral Friday, 9 a.m., from Cumberland Chapels, Friel Funeral Directors, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Monica Church. Mass 10 a.m. Committal service to follow at the Acacia Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Police Chaplain Ministry, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60607. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-3410 or www.cumberlandchapels.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 11, 2007.

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Steve Migalski

September 26, 2007

Dear Ruckrich Family:

I am an old grade school friend of David's. It has been 25 years since I lived in the neighborhood and probably 20 years since I have been in touch with David, but I just heard about he passing of your mom. I have such fond memories from my childhood of her answering the phone and the door when I would come to visit David. She was always so caring, so sweet and very loving. I remember how kind she was and her great sense of humor.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers...David if you read this send me an email or give me a call 773-616-4222.

God bless to your mom and know that I'll keep you all in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Steve Migalski

Steve Stelmach

July 15, 2007

George, Chris & Family,
We just heard about Ann's death in church today. We are so sorry for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.
Love, Cindy & Steve, Trevor & Ashlyn

Kristina Tuttle

July 15, 2007

To Chris and her dear family. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
God Bless

Colleen Sweeney

July 13, 2007

My sympathy and prayers are with you.

Linda Sorrentino (Gordon)

July 12, 2007

Growing up on Richmond Street and living next door to the Ruckrich family was great fun. Ann was always busy doing something! She had a great smile, demeanor and was a kind and gentle person who was always willing to help if needed. Your family has always meant alot to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Love,
The Gordon Family

Chris Humphries

July 12, 2007

Kate my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Robert E. Shanahan

July 12, 2007

George, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow and loss. Ann was many things to many people: a wife, mother and friend. She fulfilled each of those roles with grace and style. May God keep you both in his eternal care.

Bonnie and Bob Shanahan

Minnie Lopez

July 12, 2007

My deepest sympathy to you and your family, I never met your mom but just knowing you I know that she must have been a wonderful woman for you are her legacy. We love you and miss you.

Richie Hill

July 12, 2007

To Cate and family: Please accept my most sincere condolences. Words cannot alone express how sorry I am to hear this news. Ann must have been, indeed, a wonderful woman. But her family will always be a truly lasting legacy to her memory.

ROBERT & ANGIE PEPPLER

July 11, 2007

SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR GREAT LOSS.
I HAVE NEVER MET YOUR MOTHER OR WIFE
BUT I KNOW SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY MANY
MAY SHE REST IN PEACE,WE KNOW SHE IS LOOKING OVER HER FAMILY.

Andrew Christophersen

July 11, 2007

To Catie and the Ruckrich Family:
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Ann.
Ann and the entire Ruckrich Family will be in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Andy & Roseann
Christophersen

Sonya Tesalona

July 11, 2007

Cate, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nicholas Svarnias

July 11, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.

Dr. Nicholas J. Svarnias and Staff

Ed & Shirley Pyrcioch

July 11, 2007

My condolences to the entire Ruckrich family. Annie was a wonderful mother, wife, and person. She will be missed by many.

Rocco Rinaldi

July 11, 2007

Mary and I wish to express our sincere condolences, to the Ruckrich family for their loss. Ann was an exceptional and extraordinary person, a phenomenal wife, mother and dear friend. May the good Lord grant her eternal peace. Mary and Rocco Rinaldi

John Garza

July 11, 2007

Dear Catie,
May God bless you and give you strength in this sad time. Our prayers are with you.

Linda Spinozzi

July 11, 2007

Dear Catie and Family:
Our heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. We are very sorry for the loss of your Mother. Peace and God's Blessings to all.
Sincerely,
Linda & Tom Spinozzi

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

July 11, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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