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FRED RUSTICUS Obituary
Fred Rusticus was born on December 14, 1946 in Waxens, Friesland to parents Mike and Grace Rusticus. They moved to America on October 31, 1947. With family by his side, he entered into rest on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 after his short battle with lung cancer. He was a wonderful brother to Jerry Rusticus, Marlene Passalaqua, Anita Rusitcus, Joan Wells, Sandy Rusticus, and Grace Pimentel. He was a father to Eric Check, a Grandpa, and an Uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Fred served in the U.S. Army from March 1966 to May 1968. After his Army service, Fred got into the trucking business as a driver and mechanic, hauling hay and other commodities. In 1999 he started farming almonds in Hilmar, CA. You could catch him riding around his orchard with his dogs, boy did he love his dogs! He built a huge shop and that is where he enjoyed spending his free time. He loved working on trucks and tractors, anything mechanical to say the least. Fred loved watching 50's televisions shows and listening to 50's music. Everyone knows that if you wanted to get Fred wound up, just start talking politics with him! Another thing Fred enjoyed was being on the computer. He loved researching political issues, finding jokes to email everyone, and keeping in touch with his family and friends. Fred was always surrounded by his family and friends, and in his final days, they were there for him when he needed them the most.
We would like to invite everyone to come celebrate Fred's life. A visitation will be held at Wilson Family Funeral Chapel, 1290 Winton Way in Atwater, on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm. Funeral services will be held at Gateway Community Church, 353 E Donna Dr in Merced, on Wednesday October 20, 2010 at 10:00am. We thank you all for being a part of Fred's life. He will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
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Memories and Condolences
for FRED RUSTICUS
Anita Rusticus
November 11, 2010
Missing you Fred. Love you, Anita
Selma Edens Salles
October 25, 2010
To the Rusticus Family:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Fred and we had connected again in the last several years. He had a wonderful sense of humor and he will be missed. Please accept my condolences and know you are in my prayers.
Sarah Rusticus-Phillips
October 21, 2010
We stand here; united in our grief.
Our love for you, for one we will all miss
Love transcends time, hope defeats grief
Good memories of you are the ones we’ll keep.
Memories of better days; of laughter, joy and tears
You made us smile and challenged us to face our fears.
In your last days family and friends gathered round
Reflecting the influence you have had; one so profound.
You r love for us was always shown
Your generosity will always be well known.
Valiant and brave, a gentleman till the end
You tried your best, your family always to defend.
A man of integrity, a gentleman to all
A man of generosity on eagles wings you will soar!
As you sit there, sheltered under God’s wing
We ask of him; Peace to bring.
LOVE YOU UNCLE FRED. LOVE SARAH
Patty Castillo
October 20, 2010
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Fred was kind and thoughtful to me and my family when we were new to Atwater. I will always remember him fondly.
Dixie LaCroix
October 20, 2010
Paka was a good friend and wonderful man. I know that he will be sorely missed by all...my daughter-in-law mostly as that was her Paka and Always her Paka
October 19, 2010
So sorry to hear of Freds passing. He was truly a great guy.
The Pritchard family.
October 19, 2010
God saw Fred getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around Fred and whispered "come home with me." May the comfort of God, Family, and Friends help you during this difficult time. Fred will be missed.
Robert, Frances, and Michael Butler
The Staff of Wilson Family Chapel
October 18, 2010
The Staff and Wilson Family Chapel wishes to extend their sympathy and their assistance for this time of need.
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