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Michael Ruggieri Obituary
He was born in Providence a son of the late Bambino and Lucy (Ruggieri) Ruggieri. Michael was a retired engineer for Quonset Point and was a WWII Army veteran.
Besides his wife Anne, he is survived by his loving children, Ann Barbieri and Michael J. Ruggieri, both of Cranston; his siblings, Guido Ruggieri of Warwick, Peter Ruggieri of Johnston, Rudolph Ruggieri of Cranston, Mary Zuena of Cranston, Rose Broski of Cranston, Jennie Moorehead of TX, Ann Manni, Rita Palombo and Dolores O'Brien, all of Cranston. He was the grandfather of 5 and great-grandfather of 6, and was the brother of the late Pasco 'Pat' Ruggieri.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Cranston St., Cranston. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery, Cranston. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Home and Hospice Care of RI, 169 George St., Pawtucket, RI 02860. Please visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.
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Te Ana Birch
November 10, 2021
Kia orana, I am not sure if anyone would read this and I hope this is the right person. My name is Te Ana and I am a grandchild of my great grandfather´s Michael (son of Lucy bambino) oldest daughter Mary Ioane nee ruggieri born in 1944 in the island of aitutaki. I am reaching out as I would love to know about my American Italian family and who I am
Shirley Shaw
August 18, 2008
Dear Children Rudy, Rita, Ana, and granddaughter Dianna, We are so sorry for the loss of your brother/grandfather. You have wonderful memories, and they will comfort you through this difficult time.
Warmly, Shirley Shaw & Family
Phyllis Manzi-Carrazzo
August 14, 2008
Ann and Mike,
I was very saddened to read of the passing of your dad. I have great memories of playing in that house when your mom was living. Upstairs always reminded me of a doll house and when we went up there and played house I was in my glory. Both your mother and father had so much patience with all of us kids. All I can say is that he will be missed by his family and the people that knew him. Please tell your aunts and uncles that I send my condolences. We had a great time in that neighborhood. It is sad that it is all coming to an end.
EVELYN SARRO
August 12, 2008
To all the Ruggieri family. my condolences. My memories go way back to when I met my late husband Joe. He indroduced me to this ever so large wonderfull family. Everyone so very close. Credit given to big brither Mike. A brother I only wish I had had. He will be sadly missed by all that new and loved him. I Great Man.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
DOLORES ZUENA-KLOPFENSTEIN
August 12, 2008
DEAR AUNT MARY(ZUENA) AND UNCLE JOHN,
I WANT TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND 'AUNT ROSIE' ALSO. I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE A BROTHER. MY HEART AND SOUL GOES OUT TO YOU. HE HAD A GREAT LIFE AND WAS LUCKY TO LIVE TO BE 92!
I WISH I COULD COME TO RHODE ISLAND, BUT I AM SO SICK, I RUPTURED MY SPLEEN IN A SCOOTER ACCIDENT IN MARCH AND HAVENT BEEN WELL SINCE. I WAITED 5 DAYS TO GO INTO THE HOSPITAL AND BY THEN, ALMOST BLED OUT. THE OLD PEOPLE SCOOTERS ARE NOT SAFE. I WAS 'WALKING' MY DOG ON ONE AND IT SKIDDED ON ICE AND IT TIPPED OVER, SENDING ME FLYING. SO I HAVEN'T BEEN TO R.I. IN YEARS NOW. BUT THANK GOD I LOVE THE BERKSHIRES. I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND UNCLE JOHN, AND YOUR BROTHER MICHAEL'S SOUL. PRAY FOR ME TOO. I AM GETTING OLD. 60 NOW!
LOVE, DOLORES ZUENA-KLOPFENSTEIN
Jo Anne Torres
August 12, 2008
Anne, Ann, Michael and family,
What a loss. I am so saddened. One of my most precious memories will always be of the St Mary's Day I received my pin making me an honorary Ruggeiri family member. What an honor to be welcomed into such a wonderful family. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love, Jo Anne
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