Bridget Ruggiero Obituary

Bridget



They say the Lord works in mysterious ways

So I try to look through the haze

With a prayer I ask my plea

That the Lord will help me see

But sometimes His logic goes beyond me



They say in everything give the Lord his praise

Whose only son He sure did raise

He promises the same for those who trust

So our souls won't turn to dust

He says its so it is a must



So what's a person to do

To keep the faith and understand what has happened to you

Perhaps we should look to the past

To see the light which you have cast

Just like heaven, it's truly vast



I will start when you were born

When the Lord told the angel to blow its horn

For all to know that you were here

To show Gods' love for all those near

As you grew to be His care



For when the kids learned they were not fools

As you taught them to follow all the rules

Then you went out and got married

With that love two sons you carried

all the while your love never varied



But when I think what you've been through

It can only be done by a chosen few

As you showed us how to be strong

For some of the days were very long

If we follow your lead how can we be wrong



And so I have to give thanks to God each day

For through His son He has shown the way

Just like you He died in pain

So those around can surely gain

The Lords' grace to keep us sane

Better ask Ken, better ask Dan,

They will tell me as best they can.

They're not home; better call Jack,

He can tell me 'til they get back.



Jack's not there, he's not home,

I got the eenie, meanie, miney, moe.

Serving his country, can't call John,

Have no other choice, gotta call Ron.



"Hey Ron, how's it going?"

"Not good, I hate to say,

It could be tomorrow,

I don't know; it's still day to day."



I told Ron I loved him,

He knew; we had this thing.

It was time for me to hang up,

Bad things were happening.



I prayed and prayed forever,

Calling everyone I knew,

Asking for their assistance,

I was crying, too.



I came in town for the service,

A honor in every way.

A feeling of family commitment,

Not seen much these days.



On the plane waiting for takeoff,

Absorbing what went on,

Bowed my head and asked God,

"Please take care of Ron."





The strength, wisdom, and courage of

the Ruggiero and McCarthy families are second to none.



Let that be your guiding light......

Even though I didn't get to talk to Bridget as much as I would have liked to I cherish the times I did get to. The spirit and strenghth she should is an inspiration to us all. And I can say I am a better person because of knowing her and following her example. She will be missed greatly. We love you Bridget. Thanks for the memories.

Memories of Bridget



I recall when I first met Bridget. She was a young grammar school student and I met her at a family camping trip. Several members of the family were sitting around a campfire, talking and joking, when this young girl sat down next to me and started roasting marshmallows. Suddenly, she held a toasted marshmallow on the end of a stick and told me to eat it. I promptly obeyed her command. After proceeding to eat several marshmallows, I wondered why I was doing this since I really did not care for them. But Bridget had a way about her made me feel like I needed to do what she wanted.



I have known her for several years now and feel blessed to have been considered a friend. We became closer when I also became a teacher. Bridget wanted to continue her education and considered studying for a Masters degree at Lewis University. I volunteered to take her on a tour of Lewis, scheduled for the summer prior to her becoming ill, but we were never able to complete this.



Later on, when Bridget was seriously ill, I spoke with her several times. She told me that she welcomed my phone calls and that I could call her at any time. I was honored to be allowed to become her friend. I am sure that she will watch over her family and all her friends. Thanks Bridget.

I will always cherish the conversations I shared with Bridget at our family picnics, Christmas parties, showers and cousins’ luncheon throughout the years. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

I just want to offer my condolences to Ron and his kids and family. I always think of the garage, too. I couldn't believe it was yours. You all will be in our prayers.

Bridget will be sorely missed. Her giving spirit and unending smile will forever remain in my memory. Our prayers go out to her entire family.

Mary Rohrer and family

It was with deep sadness that my husband and I heard the st.Patricks church lector pray for the departed Bridgid Ruggerio instead of the usual sick prayer offered for her every week.I had been praying and thinking of her since I met her for the first time last November.My husband coached her son Nick in soccor and Bridgid attended the end of the season party.I had been talking with her for sometime before she revealed her condition and what she had just been through.I was shocked,she was so full of life and spirit and did not look sick or frail.I talked to her for over an hour but I have thought about her every day since then.She had so much love for her children and her family,she talked about her parents who attend st.Patricks church(our parish)and I was so moved by her.I am heartbroken for Nick and her other child, my husband really enjoyed having him on the team and I am blessed to have met Bridgid even for such a short time.I know she has left a huge void behind her may God bless her and her family.

Bridget



She was an Angel on Earth!



I recall many memories of Bridget while growing up and would like to share a few....



As a cousin to Bridget, the eight of us were raised feeling that we were all siblings not just cousins.



As children playing....we naturally played school and Bridget was always the teacher.



As a beautiful young teenager with many friends.



I recall her section of the girls bedroom displaying all of her many awards, trophies, and accomplishments...to be admired and never touched.



As a young lady always very responsible and organized... working, going to college, taking pride in everything she did.



The feeling of awe when she...the only one of us eight to graduate from college.



The many tales from her place of employment...from cars being stolen to children excelling. (Which we all knew was due to her excellence as a teacher)



The many years of her dating a boy named Ronnie, who was the neighbor boy from down the street.



The excitment of being able to share in their wedding day. And the joy of watching her now husband, Ronnie and friends dancing on the tables at their wedding.



The trill of seeing their first new home and her Gram inspecting it for cleanliness.



Her first pregnancy with a boy named Nicholas, who now just likes to be called NIck!



The first scare with her being sick and the relief that she was going to be fine.



Then a few years later the joy of a little boy named Joseph, known as Joey, Baby, or even Joey Bag of Dounuts.



The strange incident of the garage fire and the story of her father rushing over to her house to ensure everyone's safety, but the last to arrive due to being stuck by a train.



The peace and happiness she felt when moving into their new home.



The pure joy that I felt realizing that I was going to be her neighbor. Now I had a cousin, a sister, and a friend as a neighbor.



The entertainment of us smuggling money back and forth in our children's backpacks because she insisted on paying me generously for a task that I loved to do. Which was to get to know her son, Joey better.



Which brings me to my most recent memories.....



A woman with so much strenght, determination, dignity, and love!



And a question..... Why were we blessed with an angel named Bridget?



Although Bridget's time with us was way to short and there is no answer to why that is. We will all need to help each other go on some how.



We need to remember her, cherish her, and keep her alive for the two angels that she left for us.

I have vivid memories of Bridget when she was at Hale School. She was a teacher's dream, always pleasant,eager and beautiful. In her short life she left her mark and will continue to do so. One would be unable to forget such a wonderful person. May she enchant the angels of Heaven. May God bless her family with strength and joy in the knowing of this wonderful person.

Mr. Fornatar

God saw you getting tired

When a cure was not to be

So he wrapped his arms around you

And whispered "come to me"



You didn't deserve what you went through

So he gave you rest

God's garden must be beautiful

He only takes the best.



And when we saw you sleeping

So peaceful and free of pain

We could not wish you back

To suffer that again



Author Unknown



Bridget will be missed deeply by all that knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She will never be forgetten and in will stay in our hearts forever.



All Our Love



Barb & Dave Braun (McDonald)

My condolences to Ron, his kids and his whole family. I did not know Bridget but from what I have read here, and knowing she was a teacher, I am sure she was a beautiful person and will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to her all her family.

My condolences and prayers go out to the family on the loss of your beloved Bridgett.

To the family and friends of Mrs Ruggiero,

We would like to express our deepest condolesence.

Sincerly,

The Dunterman Family

MY NAME IS EBONY SMITH & I WAS A STUDENT OF MRS.RUGGIERO CLASS OF 2000. GOD CALLED UPON ANOTHER ANGEL TO PUT UNDER HIS WINGS.SHE WAS A EXCELLENT TEACHER WHO I WILL DEARLY MISS. I SEND MY LOVE2 THE FAMILY&FRIENDS.PLEASE DONT CRY,THINK ABOUT ALL THE MEMORIES YOU SHARED AND HOW MUCH SHE LOVED HER HUSBOND AND HER 2 BOYS.I REMEMBER WHEN WE WOULD SIT IN THE CLASS & SHE WOULD TELL US HOW MUCH SHE LOVED THEM &THAT THEY MENT THE WORLD TO HER.I PRAYED TO GOD AND ASKED HIM COULD HE TELL MY GRANDMOTHER TO MAKE SURE SHE WAS OK AND NOW SHE'S IN THE BEST OF HANDS,THAT'S UNDER GODS GLORIOUS WINGS SMILING DOWN ON US.NO MORE PAIN AND SUFFERING SHE'LL ENDURE,SORROW OR WORRIES.

MRS.RUGGIERRO WILL SURELY BE MISSED.

To the family and friends,

We would like to express our deepest condolesence. You will remain in our prayers through you time of grievence. Keep your faith strong and prayer will lead you through any and all times. Bridget was truely a kind and loving individual who will strongly be missed. I will never forget your kindness and beautiful smile.

Sincerly,

Jackie Kinnon &

James Brown

To the family of Mrs. Ruggiero,

I want you to know that you are in my prayers now and from the time that I became aware of her illness. I sat and wondered how such a charming and beautiful person be taken away so soon. The answer came to me through my prayers. Her job here was done, everyone she encountered she touch in such a way, a positive way. It was time for a higher calling. She shall forever be you and your family. Her charming and beautiful personality shall forever travel in Enrico Fermi. God bless and keep the faith.

Latrese Ratliff

To the family of Bridget Ruggiero:

It's difficult to accept the loss of such a dear and devoted colleague. I along with the Fermi family, have constantly sent our prayers to your family. However, God has another plan for her now that she's made her transition. May you find strength in your prayers and comfort in your fond memories. I am grateful to have known such a wonderful person and I will remember her with fond memories as well. GOD Bless you all.

Sincerely, Lori G. Dodson

To the Ruggiero and McCarthy families, may you be comforted by the wonderfull memories Bridget has left you with. She was truly a special person to all who had the privilege to know her.

Sincerely,

Nancy

Our deepest sympathy to Ronald the children, and all of the rest of Bridgetts family.

Our family will never be the same.

Not a day has passed since Bridget was first diagnosed that I haven't prayed for Bridget and ALL of her family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

As long as life and memory lasts,we will all remember Bridget and miss her.

Our deepest sympathy to her family.

When I think of Bridget, I will remember her smile, laughter, and goodness. She set a wonderful example of how we all should live and leave this world a better place. My love and prayers are with her and her family.

My deepest regrets go out to you and your family. I will keep you and your childern in my prayers.





With all my

love,

Ms.Kimberly

Boatner

In trying to understand why we must

lose Briget at this time, I can only conclude that God needs her now, sooner than I'm able to say good-bye. We love you and hold you in our hearts forever.

I continue to pray for you and your family. R.L.Buris-Gaines

We will miss her terribly. We all love her.