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CHRISTOPHER RUGGIERO Obituary

RUGGIERO, Christopher Of Westwood, age 40, suddenly on February 13, 2012. Loving father of Christopher, Victoria, Cameron & Kaitlyn Ruggiero all of Westwood. Beloved son of Patricia M. (Hanley) Ruggiero of Westwood and the late John "Joe" Ruggiero. Dear brother of Deborah A. of Westwood, Joseph and his wife Sue of Norwood, Patricia Duggan & her husband Bob of RI, Michael A. of Westwood, Lisa J. Ruggiero of Norwood, Rocco of Foxboro and Kelly A. Ruggiero of Westwood. Former husband of Kerrie A. Driscoll. Legal guardian of Amanda and Melissa Poche. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, Godchildren and many friends. Funeral from the Folsom Funeral Home 649 High St. (Rt. 109) WESTWOOD on Monday, February 20 at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Denis Church, Westwood at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours at the funeral home on Saturday 4-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-6 p.m. Interment New Westwood Cemetery. Christopher was an avid hockey player who was a standout all-star for Westwood High School & U. Mass. Boston. Store Manager of Ruggiero's Market, Jamaica Plain and owner of Alliance Fence Co. of Westwood. Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to the Ruggiero Children's Fund (a fund to benefit Christopher's young children), c/o Dedham Savings Bank, 673 High Street, Westwood, MA 02090. Folsom Funeral Service www.folsomfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 17 to Feb. 19, 2012.

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Lisa Sullivan

February 11, 2021

Still can’t believe it.........such a great soul

February 8, 2013

Gone but not forgotten! Xoxoxo

Christie Ouellette

March 14, 2012

Chris was a co-worker back in the US Fence days and was an excellent salesman. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. A really good guy.

Lynne-Marie Reveliotis

February 22, 2012

So very sorry for this great loss. My prayers are for you.

RENEE AND DENISE WELCH

February 22, 2012

SO VERY SAD TO HEAR ABOUT CHRIS'S PASSING.MY DAUGHTER RENEE AND I WILL MISS HIM IMMENSELY;HE GAVE US GREAT INSIGHT AND IDEAS ON OUR PROPERTY IN HYDE PARK.HE WAS A SUPERIOR PERSON AND A GREAT HELP TO US.OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO THE RUGGIERO FAMILY.

February 21, 2012

Our hearts are hurting here in Maine, we met Chris the summer of 2011, in OOB. We cannot tell you how much fun that was. He was all smiles, and talking alot about his family. Our condolences.
Terri and Diane

Ricky Baez

February 21, 2012

To the Ruggiero Family,

I am very sorry for your loss of a great son, brother, father and a great friend to me. Cris had gave me the gift of being his friend and made me feel as part of the family. My thought and prayers are with the family and with great sadness i say not goodbye but til later my friend.

Hatuey ( Ricky ) Baez
and family

Tracey Bills

February 21, 2012

You will be missed! To the Ruggiero family our deepest sympathy .... The Bills family

Nakia Komst

February 21, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Chris was taken way too soon, he was such a gentleman with the biggest smile and always ready to give you a hug. Chris, I will miss you greatly but you will never be out of my heart.

Erik Fuglestas

February 20, 2012

To the Ruggiero Family, I am very sorry for your loss. I remember playing hockey against Chris in High School and I remember him as a fierce competitor and a great skater. May time help to ease your pain.

Erik Fuglestad

Tom Apprille

February 19, 2012

I am deeply sadden for your loss. I knew Chris from being a teammate of his at UMass/Boston. He was a great guy to be around and always had a smile on his face. Except when the intensity came over him when the game started. My prayers are with all of his family.

stephanie saulnier

February 19, 2012

My deepest sympathy.
Chris was a wonderful man.
"You're in the arms of an angel, may you find some comfort here"
<3

Chuck Caggiano

February 19, 2012

Tothe Ruggiero Family
Our deepest condolences. Chris was a fine man, we knew him mostly through business.
Chuck & Tony Caggiano
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February 19, 2012

Dear Pat and family, Bill & I are so deeply saddened to hear of Chris' sudden passing. We loved him very much; that contageous smile and sweet demeaner made all around him happy. Please be assured you and your family and of course Chris' children are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Love, Bill & Chris Mullen, Mashpee, MA

February 19, 2012

To the Ruggiero Family and my nephews Chris and Cameron and Nieces Victoria and Kaitlyn we send our sympathies and just know he will always be looking down as your gaurdian angel.

Love Uncle Jason and Aunti Brandy

Keith and Susan Prendergast

February 19, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the Ruggiero Family, as our hearts are heavy for all of you. You will be first and foremost in our prayers, and we wish you God's Blessing, Strength and Love in this time of need.

Angela Nunez

February 18, 2012

I am so sorry to all the family and friends... expecially Gina Duggan (her brothers and sisters),Patricia Ruggiero(your mom) and Bob... i am praying for you all during this time of need. our condolences to you all ...
~Angela & Jason

Peter Marchetti

February 18, 2012

Chris, you were way too young to leave us.

The Espino Family

February 18, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the Ruggiero family. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God give you all the strength to get through this terrible loss.

February 18, 2012

Sending my deepest sympathy to all of the family during this very sad time.
I will always remember the fun times shared, and his memory will always be treasured by all he loved and loved him.

February 18, 2012

To the Ruggiero Family,
So very saddened to hear about Chris' loss. He was a great hockey player and a great captain. It was a pleasure to know him and be on his team. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Chris Barucci

Tracey McDonald

February 18, 2012

You are now in a better place. A place free of pain and struggles, a place where you can watch over your loved ones all at once....a place of understanding why were are here on this journey called life. Your life will live on forever now, and you will always remain young and peaceful. God bless you Chris. I will never forget you.

lisa

February 18, 2012

Chris you inspired so many people whom have cross your path..I ask you to continue look over your kids and family as they continue walking forward..Thanks you for allowing me to meet you and help me see you grow up god always be with you as you arrive in his home ..Love to you and the family always

Kerry Lillis

February 18, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Ruggiero family. May his memories guide you & and his children through this difficult time & always. So sorry for your loss.

Gina Genovese

February 18, 2012

My heart goes out to the Family of Chris. He was such a good man and always wore a smile on his face with the cutest and deepest dimple. You will be missed by Many.

Roy Olsen

February 18, 2012

Kerrie and kids,
We are very sorry for your loss. We miss you all and love you all. Hope to see all of you soon.
Love,
Roy, Madelynn. Matt & Eric

February 18, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
~ Love The Hession Family

Alicia Mullen McNeill

February 18, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the Ruggiero family. I have such fond childhood memories of hanging in the neighborhood with Chris and am deeply saddened to hear of his sudden passing. His smile always brightened everyones day and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your Mom, sisters, brothers & children. He will be an angel watching over all of you.

Jennifer (Troiano) Smith

February 18, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ruggiero family.

Colleen & Joey Noe

February 18, 2012

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Johanna Minard

February 18, 2012

In our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all .

Heinz Rother

February 18, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the entire Ruggiero family. I was saddened to hear of his sudden passing. Rest in in peace my friend.

Anne Reveliotis

February 18, 2012

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss, we are praying for you all. May God keep you !
Love, Paul & Kitty Reveliotis

Christine

February 18, 2012

I love you chris

Amy Corcoran DiStefano

February 17, 2012

Rocco & Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Chris. He was such a good-hearted person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his children. Peace to your family. :(

Amy Rosenthal

February 17, 2012

My family and I are so sorry to learn of Chris' death. I really enjoyed catching up with him in the past few years at WHS reunions. Our thoughts are with his wife, children and the rest of his family.

Amy (Friedman) Rosenthal

The Higgins Family

February 17, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this great loss. Cherish your memories and remember his humor and smile.

February 17, 2012

To the Ruggerio family, my deepest sympathies to all of you. Your family has been so very kind to me since as along as I can remember. I am so sorry, he was way to young.

With much saddness, George Duncanson

Marianne Connolly

February 17, 2012

My deepest Sympathy to the entire Ruggerio Family.I am saddened by his loss .Rest in peace Chris.

Lisa Sullivan

February 17, 2012

My sympathy goes out to all of Chris' family members. Lot's of great memories going to HS with Chris. Chris had a great smile, and humor that everyone enjoyed! Rest in peace Chris. Lisa

February 17, 2012

We are all saddened to hear of your loss.
Christopher and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you all in this very sad time.

-The Ciampa Family

Rosie Nawrocki

February 17, 2012

To the Ruggiero Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you all of you at this time of grieving.

Douglas & Amy Gentile

February 17, 2012

To All the Ruggiero Family:
We would like to send our deepest sympathies & condolences on behalf of the Gentile family. We are saddened to hear of the tremendous loss of your beloved son Christopher. It was a pleasure to know Chris. His passing just reminds all of us, how unfair life can sometimes be. Chris will be greatly missed. All the beautiful memories you have of him will remain at the center of your heart until you meet him again. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family and his close friends at this very difficult time. May God bless!

February 17, 2012

WAY TOO SOON...chris may you rest in peace.

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