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David Rucinski Obituary
San Antonio, TX - David Patrick Rucinski, age 81, of San Antonio, Texas, died peacefully, at home, on 1/31/19. He was born on 11/22/37, in Wausau, Wisconsin to Edward Rucinski and Dorothy (Beyer) Rucinski.
He earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and MBA from the University of Chicago. He founded American Visionwear, LLC, in San Antonio, Texas, after a successful career as VP, Manufacturing, Sunglass Division at Bausch & Lomb, Inc., Rochester, New York. He was a mentor to many and enjoyed celebrating the successes of others. Therefore, throughout the years, he was blessed with close and long lasting friendships across the country and around the world. He was involved in the community theatre group. Not only did he appear as a lead character in some of the productions, he also wrote several of the plays. He served as President of the community Wine club for a term, too. However, his most favorite pastime was bringing magic into the lives of his grandchildren. His pride and great love for them was apparent every time he was with them or anytime he talked about them.
Predeceased by Patricia Ann (Mirek) Rucinski, wife and mother of his five children, and Mark Edward Rucinski, son. He is survived by his children; Kathryn Rucinski (David Parrotta) of Rochester, NY, Karen Rucinski of Waukegan, IL, Laurene Botsios, also of Waukegan, IL, Michael Rucinski (Michele Fountain) of Elkhorn, WI. In addition, he has 4 grandchildren, Alexandra Payne (Art Payne) of Boise, Idaho, Sam Botsios of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Bonnie Parrotta of Rochester, New York and Ava Rucinski of Elkhorn, Wisconsin.
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W. Richard (Dick) Clark
October 17, 2019
Dave was a great friend and cohort, over many years and will certainly be missed! Bon Voyage, old friend.
Patrick Schmidt
February 23, 2019
Dave was a good friend and will be greatly missed. Many were the times that I enjoyed meeting him for lunch and sharing a glass of wine. We did not see eye to eye on politics but we enjoyed many discussions about family and philosophy and sports. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
February 20, 2019
Sorry for the loss of your loved one,may the words of Isaiah 61:1,2 bring comfort at this sad time for family and friends.
February 20, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 20, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 20, 2019
My deepest condolences for your familys loss. May the memories of them warm your heart as you look forward to the time when you will see your loved ones again. (1Thess. 4:14)
February 20, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one.May you all take comfort in God's promises at John 6:40
Andrea B
February 20, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the fond memories of your loved one sustain your family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is stated at 1 Peter 5:6,7.
February 20, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm".
(2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
February 20, 2019
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences. May you find comfort from the "God of all comfort."
Eboni Martinez
February 20, 2019
It is never easy to lose a loved one. I pray you find comfort in God's promise found at John 6:40 which says that soon we will see all our loved ones again. My deepest condolences to the family.
February 20, 2019
Im sorry for your loss, may the fruit age of Gods Spirit be with you during this sad time. -Galatians 5:22,23
Mary Ann
February 20, 2019
May You and your family cherish the many fond memories of your loved one.Those who have pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincere regrets for your loss. (Psalms 116:15)
Lilie Torres
February 20, 2019
Sorry for your lost in the family hecho 24 15
The Fennell Family
February 20, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. May God give the strength and comfort needed at this most difficult time. Please accept our sincere condolences. Psalm 147:3.
Maria A
February 20, 2019
What a wonderful long life your loved one had, Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. Special mightiness indeed. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
February 20, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the words of Psalm 145:18, 19 bring you comfort as you endure this difficult time of sorrow.
February 20, 2019
May the wonderful memories of your loved ones continue to provide a measure of comfort to you until God's promises are fulfilled. Matthew 5:5
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February 20, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss, may God give you the comfort needed at this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 tells us that God can give you the peace you need.
February 20, 2019
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. May you be comforted by your cherished memories, as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to one day be reunited with your loved one again (John 6:40)
S H
February 20, 2019
Please accept my heart felt sympathy for the loss of your love one. May the God of all comfort Strengthen you at this time of sadness. May God promise in future bring you peace. Hosea 13:14
February 20, 2019
I respectfully send my condolences. Know that the God of comfort feels your pain and sorrow. May God,'s loving kindness give you strength you need to endure
February 20, 2019
Very sorry for the lost of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength. 2 cor. 1:4
A.B
February 20, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the family. May you find comfort from Gods words and promises for the future for our loved ones who have passed. Have peace and happiness in the memories you shared. (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
February 20, 2019
Sincerest sympathies to the families. May the God of all comfort be with you during this time
UJ
February 20, 2019
Condolences to family and friends of David P. Rucinski. May happy memories of your loved one and the words of (Isaiah 57:15) provide you with much needed comfort. Sincerely
February 20, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loss. May the God of comfort give you strength and the memories bring you peace. Hosea 13:14
D S
February 20, 2019
To the family and friends of David, as you celebrate his well-lived life of 81 years may all your hearts be filled with joy and laughter, as you recall all the happy times that you shared with together with him.-Psalm 90:10
Earnie Ray
February 20, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return your loved ones who passed away in death . 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 , 14
February 20, 2019
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.
February 20, 2019
We would like to extend our condolences to the family. May our Heavenly Father put his loving arms around you and comfort you (isa 41:10)
February 20, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
AS
February 20, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family and friends May the God of all consolation gives you comfort hope and peace during this time of sorrow Jeremiah 29:11,12
February 20, 2019
My deepest condolences are with the family and friends during this difficult time. May the comfort from our loving God bring peace and warmth. Continue to cherish the wonderful memories. (Jeremiah 29:11 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.)
February 20, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out with your family. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. And May the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. -1 John 17:30
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