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David Rucci Obituary

Rucci, David J. Passed away suddenly November 28, 2019 at the age of 66. Dave was a retired sergeant at the Chicago Police Department with 36 years of dedicated service. Beloved son of Dolores nee Kaleta and the late Vito Rucci; dear brother of Theresa Cardone, Debbie Rucci, John (Elise) Rucci, and Julie Rucci; loved significant other of Denise Officer; loving uncle of Bernadette, John and Lucia. Proud secretary of The Polish American Police Assn. Visitation Monday, December 2, 2019 2:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. at THE ORIGINAL RAGO BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, Jack LaRocco: Director, 7751 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, Funeral Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to St. Mary of the Woods Church, mass at 10:00 a.m. Int: Queen of Heaven Cemetery For info: 773-276-7800 or ragobrothersfuneralhome.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 1, 2019.

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Cindy Young

May 1, 2022

Oh Dave
I just found out about your passing.. we lost touch over the years. I have many wonderful memories of you. You were loved and adored my dear friend.
Prayers

Ray

December 9, 2020

Just found out about Dave's passing. Seen him at church every weekend but since the covid and no church was thinking about him. God Bless him. A good man.

Jerry Ruffino

November 25, 2020

David,
I will miss our annual Thanksgiving call to each other.
I didn't know that it would be our last phone call together last year.
Miss you my friend.

Charlotte Reder

December 3, 2019

Dear Denise and the Rucci Family
I was shocked, saddened and in disbelief to hear about David's passing since I just talked to him the day before.
David has kept in touch and visited me since the passing of my late husband Bob over 4 years ago.
He was a very thoughtful and caring person. He was a True Friend. I will miss him dearly.
David will forever be in everyone's heart.
David and my late husband Bob are now reunited for eternity in heaven.
My deepest condolences

Charlotte Reder

December 3, 2019

Dear Denise and the Rucci Family
I was shocked, saddened and in disbelief to hear about David's passing since I just talked to him the day before.
David has kept in touch and visited me since the passing of late husband Bob over 4 years ago.
He was a very thoughtful and caring person. He was a true Friend. I will miss him dearly.
David will forever be in everyone's heart.
David and my late husband Bob are now reunited for eternity in heaven.
My deepest condolences

Dolores Haines (Marino)

December 3, 2019

We know the angels are awaiting you in heaven. You were much too young to leave this world. Your smiling face and cheerful words will be missed. Rest in Peace. With Sympathy, Anthony, Dolores and Frank Marino

Bridget Ozolins

December 2, 2019

Dear Dolores and Family, I was so sorry to hear that your son, uncle, and brother, Dave, has passed away. My Mother Frances often spoke of Dolores's wonderful family. I'm so very sorry for your loss...words seem very empty right now, but I will pray that you will have peace and comfort and strength.

Richard Biljetina

December 2, 2019

I will miss you so very much, your friend and SMOW usher,

Francine Gatsch

December 2, 2019

My deepest condolences to Dave's family.

Russ Ray

December 1, 2019

You made difference and you'll be missed.

Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Russell Ray

Sent Flowers

Amelia Cardone-Kabat

December 1, 2019

Our Sincerest Sympathies to the entire Rucci Family and also to my Aunt Theresa, Cousins Bernadette, John, Lucia and their families. May his soul Rest In Peace. Godspeed.
The Kabats
Amelia, Andy & K9 Derby

Deacon Chuck Thompson

December 1, 2019

On behalf of the St. Mary of the Woods faith community, please accept our condolences. It was our blessing to have known such a wonderful person, as he joined us each week at the 9:00 AM Mass. We will truly miss his smile and his thoughtfulness.

May God embrace you in comfort during this most difficult time.

Jerry Ruffino

December 1, 2019

My condolences to the entire Rucci family. The world has lost a wonderful Man.

Jerry Ruffino

December 1, 2019

When I first heard the news about David, I was in utter shock. We had spoken on Thanksgiving Day. He had said he was going to make plans with Denise to come to Houston for a visit.
Davis was a great man and a great friend. We were childhood friends as we lived across the alley from one another. We were Altar boys together at Holy Rosary Church.
Rest in Peace my wonderful friend.
Love you buddy.

Fr Thomas Nangle, CPD Chaplain retired

December 1, 2019

Debbie and family, I'm sorry to learn this and sorry for the grief of your family now. I remember him well, and the remembrances are all warm. May he know God's peace now, forever.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 1, 2019

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. David will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 08 DEC, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls (1140 W. Jackson Blvd.) In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

December 1, 2019

Dear Rucci family please accept my condolences on your loss
May David rest in peace , Giovanni and Elza Cardone

Mark Olszewski

December 1, 2019

Dave was a good and honorable man. It was my pleasure to know and work beside him. To all his family and friends I offer my sincere condolences.

Paul Kusinski

December 1, 2019

Please accept my deepest condolences on Dave's passing. He was an all around great person and police officer. He will be missed by his many friends and co-workers.

Wayne Dembowski

November 30, 2019

God's blessings upon you and all family members. The tragic sorrowful loss of your presence here will be lifted when Jesus returns and all his followers will be reunited in God's heaven.

Louanna Ksiazek

November 30, 2019

RIP

Bob and Patti Lewandowski

November 30, 2019

Our prayers for all who loved Dave.I was happy to have many great Thursday dinners with him and my other dear friends. Dave will always be a part of our lives.

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