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Ruth Jankosky Obituary

Ruth Aundree Jankosky nee Henderson. Born November 16, 1927 in Massillon, Ohio. Beloved wife of Victor Jankosky; loving mother of Thomas (Diane) Jankosky, Richard (Jenny) Jankosky, Mary Ellen Hill, Randall (Robyn) Jankosky, Suzanne Bowlds and the late David (Mary Jo) Jankosky; cherished grandmother of eleven; proud great-grandmother of ten. Preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday 9:00 a.m. from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn to St. Louis de Montfort Church for mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Thursday from 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Providence Healthcare & Rehabilitation, 13259 South Central Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463 would be appreciated. 708-425-0500

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Published by SouthtownStar on Jan. 21, 2009.

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randy jankosky

January 21, 2010

goodbye i will always love you mom your son randy jo.

Suzanne Bowlds

May 10, 2009

Hi Mommy and Happy Mother's Day!
I don't know what more to say than I miss you more than anything. I did see dad today and he has a white rose for you that he put next to your urn and your picture in memory of you for Mother's Day. I bought a perennial plant that I'm putting in my yard in memory of you. I know how much you love flowers. I didn't bbq today like we normally do, it just wouldn't be the same for me. I will always treasure all those special times we've had and all those good bbq chicken dinners that I made for you on Mother's Day. Thanks to you, I've learned to be a pretty good cook. I love you very much!
Your baby girl,
Suzanne
XOXOXO

samantha & david jankosky

January 25, 2009

dear grandma,
we miss you very much. you were a very good grandma even though we didn't see you alot. we love you.

randall jankosky

January 24, 2009

hi mommyi'am not having to good of aday today i miss you more than words could descripe but i know when i make dinner tonight it will taste great because everything i made i learned from you. you where the best mommy i could ever have i love you.your baby boy randy.

Lisa Seneff

January 23, 2009

Uncle Vic, Suzanne, Randy, Mary, Tom, Richard
Our hearts and prayer are with all of you during this sad time. Aunt Ruth is a special lady in our hearts and we have some great memories of your visits to Cleveland! Aunt Ruth always knew how to light up a room!
But loved her family most of all!! If you need anything Uncle Vic we are a phone call away!! Love ya all!!
Don, Dolores, Lisa, Holly and Noel

Julie Norton-Kruse

January 22, 2009

Dear Bronzed Beauty,
You will be missed by all those whose lives you touched. My husband and I can only hope to one day be as wonderful as you and Victor and still so much in love. Enjoy your eternal sunshine, the endless Bloody Marys, and reap the rewards of a fantastic life, because a life lived well is not lost, but simpily becomes to big for this world.
With Love,

Robert Suchy

January 22, 2009

Dear Ruth,
You were a wonderful woman sho will always be remembered for her jolly spirit and kind heart. We send kind wishes to your family.

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January 22, 2009

Alexander Hill

January 22, 2009

Dear Grandma,
I really gonna miss you, Grandma. We miss you. I wear Mickey Mouse watch. I'll be really good care of it.

Love, Alex
XOXOXO

Grandpa, Logan, and Grandma

January 22, 2009

Suzanne Bowlds

January 21, 2009

Mommy,
I'm missing you really bad today. I know, don't be sad is what you would tell me. I know we will be together again someday. You, David, Auntie Fay and everyone else are haivng a nice time I'm sure of it. I'm thinking of you now and always.
Your baby girl,
Suzanne XOXO

Tanya Jankosky

January 21, 2009

Although we had only met a handful of times, you made me feel like I'd known you all my life. All the Jankosky's have always made me feel part of the family. You showed me what a REAL hot dog was and how to make the perfect Bloody Mary. You will be missed so much and you were loved so much by so many. I grin at knowing you and Dave will be knocking back a few beers and having the best party ever, but also that you will be watching over us with your protective love.

All my love,
Tanya Jankosky

Josh Jankosky

January 21, 2009

Grandma,

I will never forget you! I'm sorry I could not be there more during these last days but am glad you had my brothers Rich and Isaac there as well as many other family members... I have many great memories of you and was always proud to say, "thats my grandma"....Although it is sad to know you are not here with us, there is a peace in knowing your pain is over. Thank you for always bringing your smiles, laughs, hugs, and love to all you were around.... Love, Josh

Isaac Jankosky

January 21, 2009

I will miss you Grandma! XOXO

Diane Searle

January 21, 2009

I have so many great memories of
mom. Summertime in the backyard in the pool, making ice tea, picking tomatoes in the garden behind the garage. Spending the holidays with you and and your mom turning on the Mitch Miller Christmas album on Aunt Fayes stereo in the living room.
Oh Yeah, the spaghetti, I can't forget my favorite spaghetti, she even brought it too me when I was in the hospital recovering from one of my surgeries. I loved your house and I loved your mom. I will always cherish those memories, have also shared many with my kids. I still love her roast pork and dumplings and sauerkraut the way it made the house smell when it was cooking.
There are so so many. I could go on for a long time. She is rejoicing today with David and Aunt Faye, how blessed they all are, together again. As we are all promised by him.
Much love from her brunette adopted daughter(the favorite daughter that is), Love to you all and wish I could be there to give you all big hugs, Tom, Richard, Mary, Randy and Suzanne and Mr. J.
Love you all,
Diane

Suzanne Bowlds

January 21, 2009

Dear Mom, I have been blessed to have had you for 44 wonderful years. I will always miss you and you'll be with me each and every day I know that. As promised, you don't have to worry about daddy because I will always take care of him for you. Give David and Auntie Faye big kisses for me.
I love you.
Love, Suzanne XOXO

Mary Hill

January 21, 2009

Dear Mom, I feel blessed to have had you for 49 years and I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. I promise to take care of daddy for you. Please give David and Auntie Faye a kiss for me.
Love, Mary Ellen

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