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Joseph Anthony Rukus, Sr.

March 22, 1940 ~ November 14, 2017 (age 77) 77 Years Old
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Message from Paula Zalusky
November 26, 2017 12:27 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. As a graduate of Bacon Academy, I remember him as a very kind math teacher. In fact after explaining a math problem, he would always say "do you think you get this now" as he provided such detail to help us students. Then, he would write math equations on the blackboard and each one of us students would be able to demonstrate our skill to solve the equation by going up to the blackboard. My thoughts are with his family and friends. May he rest in peace...
Message from JAMES and Mary Ellen Durkin
November 20, 2017 9:50 PM
Sending our deepest condolences to Pat and your children as you all draw together to cope with the sadness of Joe's passing. May the beautiful memories of how Joe's love blessed your lives bring you comfort and peace.
Message from Evelyn Sazinski Snow
November 19, 2017 8:06 PM
Dear Pat, So very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I have know this "Gentle Giant" since we were five years old. I cannot tell you how much I have loved him and will eternally miss him.
All my love Evelyn
Message from The Atkins Family
November 19, 2017 2:23 PM
Joe was a kind soul with a big heart who always had a cheerful word for everyone that he met. His family was his pride and joy and we often shared stories about our children. It was an honor and an enriching experience to have worked with him as a colleague and a friend. We will miss you ,Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Message from Father Ed Dempsey
November 19, 2017 2:10 PM
My remembrances stretch back to the 70's, when I first had the pleasure of meeting Joe and his family. I was then blessed to meet him again and renew acquaintances when I traveled with the parish choir to Europe. His smile radiated happiness and peace, and his speech re-echoed that theme. Fortunate were the kids who had him as a teacher, and richer are we all for having known him. Colchester has lost a bright light, and the world is the poorer for his loss.
Father Ed Dempsey, Woodstock, CT
Message from Beth Lucier
November 18, 2017 10:34 AM
Uncle Joe was s very good and caring man he always put family first. We love and miss you so much but I guess God needed another Angel to keep a eye on us. I will miss his smile and his poems and also being the best God Father I could have.💜💜💜💜💜My prayers are with all of you.
Message from Kraig St.Pierre
November 15, 2017 11:44 PM
Deeply saddened st the loss of such a fine man as Mr. Rukus. He gave much to our community and it's children. I remember him as always joyful. Prayers from our family to yours. May he rest in the heart of the Holy Trinity.
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