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Richard "Ricky" Scott Pulaski Jan. 5, 1962 - Jan. 29, 2015 MISHAWAKA - Richard Scott Pulaski, 53, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2015 in IU Health in Indianapolis, IN. Rick was born on January 5, 1962 in South Bend to Dan and Nancy (Goheen) Pulaski. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy; a brother, Mark Pulaski and his grandparents, Jean and Russ Goheen, Nettie and Chester Pulaski. Surviving are three children, Malory Pulaski of Mishawaka, Christopher Pulaski of Elkhart and Kasey (Jarvis) Jackson of Mishawaka; his father, Daniel (Mary) Pulaski Sr. of South Bend; six grandchildren, Monica, Kyia, Kavis, Kayden, Analayah and Destiny; two brothers, Dan Pulaski of Niles, MI and Jeff (Lynn) Pulaski of South Bend; two sisters, Beth (Bob) Miller of South Bend and Amy (Tim) Reeser of Danvers, IL and his former wife and friend, Brenda Pulaski of Mishawaka. Rick was a machinist at Honeywell in South Bend for eight years. He was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp and was Black Belt and an instructor of Tae Kwon Do at Kim's Academy. The inspiration from his mother and father, his military career and his sport is something he carried with him always. His passion for teaching children, Tae Kwon Do were the best times of his life, as were the birth of his children. Rick was a very caring and patient person. Stubborn at times, and was serious about work and his family. When his grandkids came into his life, they became more important than himself. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. in Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m. with visitation one hour prior in St. Monica Catholic Church, Mishawaka with Monsignor Bruce Piechocki officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Mishawaka. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit our website at www.hahnfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by South Bend Tribune from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2015.

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Beth

March 2, 2016

Thinking of you bro. Miss you more than ever!! I'm so glad you were such a good friend to so many!! I love you

Jodi Johnson

February 29, 2016

McCormick's was the place and it was the heat of summer. I'll never forget your ninja skills in getting my "date" out the door with as little casualties as possible. I guess GOD needed ninjas up there too. Thanks Rick for being an upstanding gentleman!!

Beth

January 29, 2016

Well it has been a year today since you left us to go to a better place! I am so selfish because I still want you here! It is still so hard to not have my big brother with me! I miss our talks so bad! Some days I just cry! I go and visit you but it will never be the same! I don't have our time that we share anymore and it just felt like I was in the wrong place! I miss you so much Ricky! I give all I have some days just to remember you are with mom and in safe arms! But missing you will always be with me. I love you my brother and think of you everyday. Hugs always and hope you have found peace and just maybe not argue with anybody because you do have an opinion on everything!! Love you bro and give momma a hug from me! Beth

Beth

January 5, 2016

Happy Birthday my brother!! I miss you so much that I can hear my heart break!!! Without you and mom has made me look at life a lot different!! The dark clouds are finally started clear! Somewhat anyway!! But the thought of not getting calls and the conversations we have missed is painful! You and mom out of pain is the most important!! I love you so much and I miss you forever!!! Happy birthday!! I hope your smiling down since I will smiling up! Have a great party!! Love you beth

Just me

December 27, 2015

We will only be the same age for a little while longer and I will for ever miss our time! My last birthday I spent the day with you and will cherish that forever!! This birthday was empty without your wishes!!! And Christmas will never be the same!! All the New Year's Eve's we spent together I will reminisce this year!! I miss you my brother for sure and forever!!! Dang it!! My heart is missing a huge piece!! With you and my momma gone it is sometimes unbearable! I'm glad you are with her and her with you!! Hugs and kisses always!! And please guys come visit me sometime! I'm still waiting! Love you!!!

Beth

November 26, 2015

Hi my brother!! Today is thanksgiving and although not thankful you are not with us I am thankful for your new nephew!! I know you are looking down with a smile and mom too, but still being selfish and wanting you two here with us now!!!! I miss you and hope you journey was safe and full of peace!! I love you dude!!! Hugs always!! Your sis

Beth

October 28, 2015

It has been the longest 9 months! I still need our talks to keep me somewhat grounded. I sometimes feel numb and out of sorts and wish it had been a long nightmare!! Out birthday month is coming up and will be the last!! My eyes full of tears of the thought!!! But I will celebrate your life and my memories of you!! I love you big brother!!!! And again tell momma hi and hugs and kisses to you both!

beth

September 29, 2015

I was thinking about you today which is no different than any other day!! I broke down and wanting to scream or hit something!! I miss you so much!! And the need to talk to you is hurting me so much!!! Without my momma and you has left such a void in my heart and life is so much harder than I thought it would be! I love you my brother!!! And missing you more everyday!! Your sis

beth

July 29, 2015

It has been six months since you left and it is so hard not having you here to talk to and listen to you complain!! I miss you so much and still can't wrap my head around it all!! I come and talk all the time but it is never going to be the same.. A part of my heart will be yours forever and the void will never be filled. I miss you my brother and I pray everyday that I will see you someday. I love you and give momma a hug!!

Genevieve Emma

July 14, 2015

My Dearest Rick, You have always been special to me. You and the kids will always have a place in my heart. I will always remember laying on the beach watching the fireworks on the fourth of July and how amazing that night was. I do and will always love you.

Bob Miller

June 30, 2015

Well. It's 5 months. I still wonder why. The pain sometimes fades but the memories still reminds us of what we were once lucky to have. Keep us in your sights. Watch and protect. Shield the children from harm. We got your back, Rick. Love you my friend.

beth

June 29, 2015

Today is 5 months and some days are good some days are bad;(. I miss you so much it still is hard for me to wrap my heart around it all! I need you dude! But sitting with you talking makes it somewhat easier for a minute! I love you my brother and missing you is part of my daily routine now a days! Hugs always and thinking of you till we meet again!!

liz

May 29, 2015

It has been 4 months since you left and the pain is still sometimes unbearable! I love you my brother and miss you so much!! RIH!!!! Your sis

Bob Miller

April 10, 2015

A little time has passed and your loss is begining to show more and more each day. Miss you at sunday dinner. Miss your honesty. Miss your popping in for a visit. Whether it's sharing a story about you or reminiscing with friends your presence is truly missed. I hope Gods' reason for taking you so young was puproseful. We could have still used you here. Love you brother.

beth

April 8, 2015

I have exciting news that you are the first person I wanted to tell!! I miss you so much and have so much to tell you!! I love you my brother!!! Tell my momma I said hi and hugs!!!

Stephanie miller

March 25, 2015

Miss you tons. Always thinking about you. What I'd give to hear you talk crap to me. Love you always.

beth

March 9, 2015

Missing you my brother so much!! I love you and miss you for sure!! Hope mom was waiting for you with a big hug!!

Beth

March 2, 2015

You will shine on!!!!!

Beth

March 2, 2015

My condolences to everyone who lost a great friend, brother, father and grandfather!! I will miss him forever!! I love you my brother!!! Words are still so hard!

John McCray

February 12, 2015

To a very good friend always rip Ricky

Donna & Bill

February 9, 2015

So very sorry to hear of your loss...our thoughts and prayers to all of you in this time of sorrow.

Chuck Stover

February 6, 2015

My condolences to the Pulaski family. Rick was a great guy. RIP my friend. My prayers go out to his family and all of his children.

Braunsdorf Family

February 6, 2015

Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time.

LaVera Gayle

February 5, 2015

R.I.H. Ricky you will be missed by your family and friends.

James Kaylor

February 5, 2015

RIP Rick, a great guy will be missed.

Kathy Kos

February 5, 2015

Dear Pulaski family, My sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to you and your family's at this time of loss and sorrow.

kevin bartoszek

February 5, 2015

Sorry to hear about him rest peace

Debra Butler

February 5, 2015

R.I.P Rick It was such a pleasure having you as a good friend God bless your family at this trying time

February 5, 2015

Jeff- My sincere condolences.

Dave Van Goey

John Herod Priebe

February 5, 2015

Hey Rick it was cool hanging out with you in school. About 41 years ago.Hey the way things are going I will be meeting up with you. Hold the door the door open for me Rick.

the goerke's

February 4, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you Pulaski's. RIP brother Rick

Michael Hinchley

February 4, 2015

Sorry for the loss. Rick & I hired into Honeywell around the same time. Good guy who talked about his grandkids a lot. RIP.

Beaver

February 4, 2015

Rest well old friend. Thoughts and prayers to him and his family.

Carol MacHatton

February 4, 2015

Pulaski family - thinking of you all at this most difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss - Rick was a great guy!

gail pursell

February 4, 2015

Sending prays to the family, Love Gail

sue Burzynski

February 4, 2015

Pulaski family I am sorry for your loss.This is a hard time for your family, God is Watching over YOU

Rodney D Fehr

February 3, 2015

RIP Rick , Semper Fidelis brother.

Bob & Amy Zehendner

February 3, 2015

Peace be with you Rick.

Jeff Hullinger

February 3, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

February 3, 2015

Semper Fi , RIP Ricky

debbie ford

February 3, 2015

He was a good man.Taken away to soon.

Beth Berry

February 3, 2015

Jeff, Lynn & family, sending this message with prayers for comfort and peace during this sad time.

DG

February 3, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Losing those we love can be very difficult. May the God of tender mercies grant you peace as you get through this sad time.

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