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Dorothy T. Ruszala

FUNERAL HOME

Pacer Funeral Home, Inc.

2275 George Urban Blvd.

Depew, New York

Dorothy Ruszala Obituary

RUSZALA-Dorothy T. (Golombek) November 23, 2007. Beloved wife of Robert; dear mother of Lisa Benner and Valerie (Mark) Klaskala; grandmother of Lynn, Michael, Jeremy, Daniel, Jonathan and Joshua; great-grandmother of Tyler; sister of the late Irene (Donald) Peacock; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.), Monday 9:30 and St. Barnabas Church 10 AM. Visitation Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Mrs. Ruszala was a member of St. Barnabas Ladies Guild and Cheektowaga Seniors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by Buffalo News on Nov. 25, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Ruszala

15 Entries

Dan Benner

December 11, 2007

I MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!.....i cry for you, i just wish you were here again..it will never be the same without you, but I know your lookin down on me, watching everything I do...I just miss that smile you put on my face grandma, it seems like I just saw you yesterday, your all that has been on my mind...And this christmas wont be the same without you, but i'll leave the turkey skin for you...i see you in my dreams like you are still here, I havent forgot about nor will I ever...but I never got to say my final goodbye, is what hurts the most!!!!

Lee Summers

December 5, 2007

Val, Sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She had to be a wonderful woman to have a beautiful daughter like you.

November 30, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Nancy & Adam
Hamburg, NY

Love, A neighbor

November 29, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Dan Benner

November 29, 2007

Hey grandma..It's your grandson Dan..I miss you so much, and I just wish you could be here for me, it is killing me that your not around anymore.All those fun times we had playing backgammon or cards, those memories I will never forget.Christmas,Thanksgiving and Easter just seeing you brightened up my life.As I sit here crying over you and wishing you were here with me I can only think that you are in a better place and pain free, but those moments me and you shared were priceless..Ill never forget you ever, you were a best friend to me..I LOVE YOU GRANDMA..Ill see you eventually up there and we can play some gripe together, you will beat me I know it!!!..Always and forever~~ Love Daniel

Sue Benner

November 28, 2007

To everyone,

My condolences to all, Dottie was a wonderful person: caring, giving, funny, compassionate and a great listener. I'm sure she's playing bingo or cards somewhere. Her death and the circumstances around it were a shock. I'm glad all her grandkids got a chance to be loved by her. Bob, my heart goes out to you, Lisa and Val.

Katie Kohr

November 28, 2007

Val & Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. Be strong!
Katie, Dylan & Hunter

kathy charvat

November 27, 2007

Dear Val,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. My condolences
to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Kasha

Laurie Wagner

November 27, 2007

To all of you,
We are sorry for your loss. Let fond and great memories keep you comforted at this time of sorrow. If there is anything we can do for you please just ask. May God give you strength and comfort thru the days ahead. Love, Laurie and Tom Wagner and Grammy Lang

Kyle Marie Lang

November 26, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Jeremy Lang

November 26, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

SUE & JERRY SHOWALTER

November 25, 2007

DEAR BOB,LISA AND VALERIE.WE ARE SO,SO SORRY FOR LOSING DOTTIE. WHAT WILL I DO WHEN I NEED TO TALK TO SOMEONE? DOTTIE WAS ALWAYS THERE. WE WOULD SPEND XMAS EVE TOGETHER, HAVE COOKOUTS AND SIT OUT ON THE PORCH ALL SUMMER LONG. SHE WOULD ALWAYS TALK ABOUT HOW PROUD SHE WAS OF LISA. VALERIE AND THEIR FAMILIES. SHE ALWAYS HAD A GOOD WORD FOR EVERYONE. THE ONE PERSON SHE WOULD MISS IS HER HUSBAND BOB. THEY WERE IN- SEPEREABLE. AND I KNOW KEISHA WILL MISS HER TOO. MAY GOD GIVE YOU , YOUR FAMILIES AND ME AND jERRY THE STRENGTH TO GET THRU THIS TIME OF SADNESS. IF EVER YOU NEED ME, EVEN JUST TO TALK, PLEASE CALL. WE LOVE YOU ALL, LOVE SUE AND JERRY

Dick Marchewka KofC

November 25, 2007

Bob just think Dorothy will be with the Holy Family this ChristMas and will be washing over you. Oh Yes Dorothy will be with you and Your family on ChristMas. Keep on doing what you did before and keep the fate. It will be hard and it don't get any easer but you most push on . I can say this because I went through this , a bingo pay out friend of yours.

Sue & Bob

November 25, 2007

Dear Val and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We are very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Take care. Love, Sue and Bob

Nancy Lang

November 25, 2007

Val, Lisa and "Dad".....I hope you realize how much I love all of you and will do anything to bring you comfort in this time of need. There are no words to describe what a wonderful woman "Mom" was and I am so grateful to have known her.

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