Stella R. Ruszkowski
August 15, 1922 ~ January 1, 2007
Stella R. Ruszkowski, 84, of Weirton, passed away Monday, January 1, 2007 at the Valley Hospice Palliative Care Unit in Steubenville, Ohio.
Born August 15, 1922 in Weirton, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Catherine Sagan Paluch. Stella was also preceded in death by her husband Stanley F. Ruszkowski on December 5, 1991, daughter Barbara K. Silvestri on December 5, 2003, brothers and sister Thaddeus Schodzinski, Henry Paluch and Sister Mary Rita Schodzinski.
Stella was a homemaker and for 10 years worked as a payroll clerk for Weirton Steel.
She was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary Church, where she served as church secretary, and led the rosary at daily mass for many years. Stella was also very active in assisting with the cooking and baking of the Lenten dinners, and any church function.
She was a member of the Christian Mothers, Rosary Society, Holy Family Guild, Sacred Heart Choir, Polish National Alliance and the ISDA.
Stella’s survivors include her daughter Rita Ruszkowski and her fiancé Joseph Gazdik, Jr. of Tiltonsville, Ohio; son-in-law Gary Silvestri of Imperial, PA; sisters Marie Pitchford of Aptos, CA, Bernice Pirro of San Francisco, CA, Rose Grossi and her husband Chester of Weirton, Theresa Morando and her husband Rocco of Bellefontaine, Ohio and Delores Bandish and her husband John of Monacca, PA; grandchildren Nathan J. and Alyssa R. Silvestri both of Imperial, PA and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Thursday at the Sacred Heart of Mary Church with Reverend Father Kent Durig presiding.
Interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery.
The family would like to express their thanks to Stella’s niece, Monica Grossi, for her endless love and tender care and to Valley Hospice for their support and comfort.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Sacred Heart of Mary Renovation Fund, 200 Preston Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062 or Valley Hospice, 380 Summit Avenue, Steubenville, OH 43952.
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Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
I will never forget how every time we would visit Aunt Stella and Uncle Stanley, the first words out of her mouth would always be \\\”Hello Boys!!\\\” May she rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon her.
I will never forget how every time we would visit Aunt Stella and Uncle Stanley, the first words out of her mouth would always be \\\”Hello Boys!!\\\” May she rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon her.
To the extended family of Stella Ruszkowski: Heartfelt sympathy and prayerful support is extended to you at this time of great loss. Your mother was a wonderful woman of faith and commitment throughout her life and especially in the parish family of Sacred Heart of Mary. May God comfort you at this time and fill your lives with wonderful memories and many blessings. Sincerely, Stas Tuchalski
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Monica, please know that we are all going to miss the Aunt Stella stories. Anything you may need, dont hesitate to ask.
Rita, We are so sorry to hear about your Mother, she will be greatly missed. She was such a special lady and we are so sorry we can not be there. We send our love and prayers to you and your family. Love Jim and Linda Kopras
Monica, Mrs. Grossi, Mrs. Bandish, & Families, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a very special person. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to get to know her. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Much love to you all. Dawn
Our prayers, deepest condolances, and best wishes go the family of Aunt Stella.
Rosie, Teresa, and Dolores, you have our deepest sympathy. We were very fortunate to have known and loved Stella. She may be gone, but will live forever in our hearts. Frances and Jack Gallagher
To the family: What a great loss for us all. She was a woman filled with love and grace. Her devotion to God was the driving force for all she did, she was a shining example to me. I will miss her. Anna Marie
RITA, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
Rita and family: Aunt Stella will always hold a special place in our hearts. May God’s healing peace be with you. Arlene & Tony Reilly
Dear Rita, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your incredible mother. I really enjoyed my visits with her. Her spirit and will to live were such an inspiration. I will always remember her as one of my most special patients.
Mom, I love yu with all my heart. You are my idol and inspiration.
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS STELLA WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND FUN LOVING NEIGHBOR WHEN WE RENTED A HOUSE MANY YEARS AGO WATCHING ALYSSA AND NATHAN GROW UP. THE LORD HAS BROUGHT HER HOME AND SHE CAN BE REUNITED WITH HER HUSBAND AND DAUGHTER. WE WILL MISS HER SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WITH GREATEST SYMPATHY LOVE KIM AND KEVIN KRUPP