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Michael Ruminski Obituary

Ruminski, Michael Age 76, of Crete, IL, formerly of Steger, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Ruminski; loving father of William (Mary) Ruminski and Ronald (Michelle) Ruminski; adoring grandfather of Christine, Michael and Thomas; dearest brother of Theodora (John) DeLaurentis. Michael will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Visitation Friday, January 5, 2018, 3:00 p.m. until time of funeral service 7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Road, Steger, IL 60475. Interment Skyline Memorial Park, Monee, IL. Further information 708-755-6100 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.smitsfh.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 4, 2018.

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Donna Dettman

January 5, 2018

We're so sorry we can't be with you right now. Michael, Christine and Thomas I have a large hug for each of you. Mark and I are with you in spirit. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Donna and Mark Dettman

Jim Follman

January 5, 2018

jim and I are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. We pray for God to comfort you and grant you peace at this time.

David Scrementi

January 5, 2018

To Bill, Ron, and families, I'm very sorry about the loss of your father and grandfather. Looking back, I remember Mike as one of my favorite neighborhood Dads.

Y Parker

January 4, 2018

Very sorry to hear of your loss. It's times like these that our hearts are heavy with saddness. Take comfort in knowing that God can heal the brokenhearted. He is near to such one.

Jerri Greene

January 3, 2018

Sending prayers that your dad's soul is at peace and for comfort for everyone who loves him. God bless. Our hearts are with you.

TOM & PHOEBE LATZ

January 2, 2018

RON...
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD.
WE DID NOT KNOW ABOUT YOUR MOM. I WILL LET DAVID & JAMES EDER KNOW. DAVID LIVES IN TEXAS, JAMES IN CALIFORNIA.

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