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Catherine Rulli Obituary
M. Rulli
Oct. 30, 1930 - Jan. 01, 2018
SOUTH BEND - Catherine “Cathy” M. Rulli, 87, of South Bend, Indiana passed away at 9:38 a.m. Monday, January 1, 2018 in her daughter Cathy's home, following an extended illness.
Catherine was born on October 30, 1930 to Charles, Sr. and Marie (Vitrano) Palmero in Elkhart, IN, and was a lifelong area resident, living in South Bend since she got married.
She graduated in 1948 from Elkhart High School.
Catherine retired in 1999 from St. John the Baptist Catholic School in South Bend, IN, where she worked as a Secretary for 10 years. Prior to that, she worked at CTS Corporation in Elkhart, IN as a Secretary from 1948-1962, and then G.L. Perry Variety Store in South Bend, IN from 1978-1989.
On January 27, 1962, as Catherine M. Palmero, she married Felix S. Rulli in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Elkhart, Indiana. He passed away on October 26, 2017.
Catherine is survived by two daughters, Cathy (Bill) Kazmierczak and Terri Rulli both of South Bend, Indiana; her son, Joe Rulli of Chicago, Illinois; two grandchildren, Michael and Samantha Kazmierczak; her brother, Joseph (Joyce) Palmero of Elkhart, IN and by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Catherine was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Palmero in 2009.
Catherine was a member of Holy Family Parish; Knights of Columbus Wives Council #5570; and St. John the Baptist Rosary Society. She enjoyed cooking for her family and baking with her grandchildren. She also loved attending her children's and grandchildren's school and sporting events. She enjoyed years of monthly dinners out with her Elkhart childhood friends and former co-workers.
Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 4, 2018 in Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive, where a Parish Rosary and Prayer Service will take place at 7:30 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 5, 2018 in Holy Family Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Heartland Hospice or Holy Family School.
To send online condolences, please visit www.kaniewski.com
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Sister Katherine Wyszynski
January 17, 2018
Dear Members of the Rulli Family,
I just learned of Cathy's passing and want to extend my prayerful support to you at this time of loss. Mrs. Rulli was my secretary at St. John the Baptist School. She was joyful always and willing to do whatever I asked her to do. We had a great relationship, and I am grateful that our paths crossed in life. May she now rest in the arms of the Lord!
January 9, 2018
To Joe and The Rulli Family: I am so sorry for your great loss. I never met your parents but I am sure they were wonderful people since you are so great! I will keep you in my prayers and know they are together in heaven watching over their many loved ones. Love, Jeanette Savage
January 4, 2018
Please accept our sincere sympathy regarding the passing of Cathy (and Felix a few months earlier). We knew both from St. Johns. They have been united again in Heaven. They truly did God's work here on earth. Again, Peace and Comfort to the family.
Gary and Debbie Wlodarski
January 3, 2018
Cousin Catherine was a source of laughter and wisdom. All of my children remember her kind disposition and her laughter. She was also a great source of Palmero family history. Now she is rejoined to Felix, and they are in the Lord's peace.
George Searfoss Sr.
January 3, 2018
Deepest sympathy for family and friends during this difficult time. May our Father of comfort bring peace to your heart. 1Thess 4:13.
Jerrilyn Plonski Bykowski
January 3, 2018
This world is a little better and brighter because of Cathy!
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