Anthony T. Ruszkowski
December 12, 1988 ~ July 3, 2011
Anthony T. "Tony" Ruszkowski, 22, of Weirton, WV died Sunday July 3, 2011, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident on County Road 17 A in Ohio.
Born on December 12, 1988, in Steubenville, OH, Tony was the son of Walter and Judy Barker Ruszkowski of Weirton.
Tony graduated from Weir High School in 2007, where he played football for the Weir High Red Riders in 2004 and 2005. A true animal lover, he enjoyed golf, and playing basketball down at the Millsop Community Center. When he was younger, Tony played baseball for ten years at the Starvaggi Termite Baseball Fields in Paris, PA. But most of all, Tony cherished the times spent with his grandfather.
After attending West Virginia University, Tony managed Tudor's Biscuit World prior to taking a job in Tiltonsville, OH. In Tiltonsville, Tony met his fiancée, Julie Morris, and the couple is expecting their child to be born later this year.
Tony was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Rena Ruszkowski, and Charles Barker.
He is survived by his mother and father, Walter and Judy Ruszkowski of Weirton; his sister, Kailey (Duane) Littleton of Plum, PA; his fiancé, Julie Morris and her son, Landon Morris of Tiltonsville, OH; his maternal grandmother, Norma Barker of Weirton, WV.
Visitation will be 4-8 PM Wednesday at the Greco- Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
In lieu of flowers Tony's family ask that memorial contributions be made in his memory to the Aaron Davies Memorial Basketball Scholarship Fund, C/O Weirton Area Community Fund, PO Box 31, Weirton, WV 26062.
Walter, Judy, and Kailey, My heart is broken for your loss of Tony. Beneath all of his struggles and trials, genuine hope and beauty venerated through his smile, his laugh, and his way with people. I will never forget the memories I have of him in Hosanna and being his babysitter when I was young. He had such a hard time being himself and being proud of who he was, but I know the three of you are proud of his efforts and his greatness at being a wonderful son and brother. Tony was taken too soon to become the wonderful man we all knew he would be some day. I love your family so much and my deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you. I can only hope and pray that Tony is finally at peace with who the Lord made him to be. God bless you in your grief. Thoughts and Prayers from your “Hosanna friends” surround you. May God bring you all strength and peace. xo
Dear Walter,Judy and Family,Please accept my condolences at the loss of your only son.My heart goes out to you.Such a tragedy!I understand your heartbreak.Love and Prayers to you all
Dear Judy, I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your son. I am praying for you and your husband and daughter to find some peace in the midst of all your pain. Please know that your son is safe and at peace now. Jeanne
Dear Walter, Judy and Kailey, I am so sorry about the loss of Tony. Please know that you all are covered in prayer during these difficult days. May God’s grace and assurance carry you through this tragic time.
Judy, You and your family we will be in the prayers of the Barkley family during this very trying times. May you find comfort in the loving arms of Jesus.
Walter, Judy, and Kailey, My heart goes out to you guys at this tough time. I want you to know just how deep this hurts me. I have know Tony almost all his life. We had some great time with him and your family in Hosanna over the years. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers will always be there for you. I just want you to know, also, how much I cared for him. He might be gone from here, but, I will NEVER forget him. Love you guys, Chuck
Judy, Walter and Kailey Words are very difficult at this moment. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Walter, Judy and Kailey, Words can’t express how deeply sorry we are for the loss of your son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Walter, Judy, and Kailey, I am devastated by the loss of Tony… I have known your family my entire life and know how much my Dad has valued your friendship over the years. He loved going to the Penn State football games with Tony. Reading the other guestbook entries, I feel so moved by the touching, sincere words by those who knew and loved Tony. Words can’t express how sorry I am for your untimely, horrible loss. I’m so sad and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers… Sincerely, Betsy
Walter, Judy, and Kailey, We are very saddened with the sudden loss of Tony. We will always remember the laughter and kind spirit he brought to us when we were together. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Walter and Judy, My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your precious son. I did not know Anthony, but I knew his Father and counted him as a very caring man who took good care of his family. May God be with you during this trying time. May you be blessed with a healthy grandchild later this year. With sorrow comes some joy. Love and prayers Jackie Nixon
Our hearts & prayers are pouring out to all of you. We never got to meet my cousin Tony, but just the same, we love him so much. We love you all greatly.
I am very sorry for your loss. Words fail. My family’s prayers are with you.
We are very sorry to hear of your loss and hope you find comfort in knowing others are thinking about you and praying that God will give you strength to get through the difficult days ahead.
Dear Walter, Judy and Family, Our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless Bill and Paulette Galiotos Minnie Bogdan
Judy, Walter and Kailey, so sorry for your loss of Tony. Sorry that we are unable to be there with you during this difficult time. I had not seen Tony since he was a youngster but know he was a very special boy and loved by everyone. It is always so sad when a young person is taken from us but God must have needed another special angel. We love you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Aunt Nadean and fmily
Dear Walter & Judy, Iam so very sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. I so remember what a fun loving little boy he was when he and Jonathan played ball together. All thou we have not seen you all in a while I have many times thaugh of you and your family. Please know that you are in my prayers thru this difficult time. God be with you and your family.
To the Ruszkowski family my deepest condolences. Julie and Landon,I am sorry for your lost!
To the Ruszkowski Family, I was one of Tons co-workers when he worked at Convenient. He was a pleasure to work with & an incredibly nice young man. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Judy and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Eleanor
Dear Walter & Judy: You have our deepest sympathy.You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace. Ken & Sue Howell
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace.
Walter, Judy, and Kailey, Very sad to hear about your loss of Tony. I remember a fun-loving kid who I was lucky enough to meet, along with the rest of you, through Hosanna. Many pics from picnics with his smiling face in them. Condolences to Tony’s fianc as well. What a wonderful gift for Tony to leave for you all– a baby! May you all find comfort and peace.
Friend of Julies