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Michael Ruscito Obituary

RUSCITO - Michael Christopher, of West Islip, LI, suddenly on August 16, 2008. Beloved son of Louis and Anna Ruscito. Cherished grandson of Gloria Ruscito, Nancy Paden and William Ochs. Loving nephew of Judith Gregory and Robert Paden. Reposing at The Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Hwy., West Islip, LI. Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian Burial Wednesday at St. Joseph's RC Church, Babylon, LI. Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Farmingdale, LI. Visiting Tuesday 2-4:30 and 7-9:30pm.

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Published by Newsday on Aug. 18, 2008.

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Irene Muller

September 8, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Just wanted to acknowledge what a wonderful and kind person Michael was espcially to my daughter during a very difficult time in our lives. He was a true and caring friend and I will forever be grateful. May God Bless. My sincere and heart felt condolonces.

Jeaninr Wallace

August 24, 2008

I was so sad to hear about Michael. I was his fifth grade teacher and I remember him fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeanine Wallace

William Jimenez

August 21, 2008

My prayers go to out to the Ruscito Family. Mike was a great kid and he was funny too. He will truly be missed by all. My sympathies go out to you.

Kate Squillace

August 19, 2008

I could always count on Mike for a laugh or twenty. Miss you kiddo, Thanks for all the great times at MAs, 1961, the AFC championship, Marathon Monday, the Kells and so many more. BC's not going to be the same without you pal.

Lynne and Bruce Levy

August 19, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this extremely difficult time. Mike was so loved by all of his Boston College friends.

Korey Homer

August 19, 2008

My sympathies with the Ruscito family. Your son was a fine man and he will be missed.

Stephani Horyczun

August 18, 2008

To the entire Ruscito Family, I am truly sorry to hear the loss of your son. I know no words can possibly console you now but know that I will pray to our Lord and his Mother to be with you at your time of need.

With deepest sympathy,
Stephani J. Horyczun
St. Joseph's Church

Valerie Post

August 18, 2008

Dear Lou & family
My prayers and thoughts are with you on your loss of your beloved son Michael.
With Deepest Sympathy
Valerie & family

Dattoma Family

August 18, 2008

Dear Louis & family,
We are so saddened on the loss of your beloved son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
All our love,
Luisa, Anthony, and Angela

Ellen Kolb

August 18, 2008

My Deepest Condolences to you and your family,my heart goes out to you.You will be in our prayers/

Kolb Family

Paul & Loretta Scotti

August 18, 2008

Dear Louise -
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Your son has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your heart forever...Please know at this difficult time, that you and your family are in so many thoughts and prayers. Paula's cousin - Paul & Loretta Scotti

Carole Niedzwieski

August 18, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this tragic time.

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