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Kathryn Rutigliano Obituary
KATHRYN RUTIGLIANO
PEORIA, Ariz. — Kathryn Ann "Susie" Moore Rutigliano, 80, died March 6, 2015, in Peoria, Arizona.
She was born May 2, 1934, in Lima to Richard H. and Betty Moore, who preceded her in death. In 1958 in Phoenix, she married Michael Rutigliano II, who survives. They were married for 56 years.
Mrs. Rutigliano graduated from St. Gerard School in 1952. She worked at St. Joseph Hospital in Phoenix for 40 years.
Survivors also include a son, Michael Rutigliano III, of Beverly Hills, California; a brother, Bill Moore, of Lima; and a sister, Mary (Ed) Goldsberry, of Lima.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Dick; and a sister-in-law, Pat Moore.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, Sun City, Arizona. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley-West, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.
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Sandy Roblin (Rutigliano)
March 14, 2015
Aunt Susie you will be missed. Your antics and stories were always so funny and your happy spirit was a joy. We love you and you will be missed. RIP.
Randy Zieser
March 13, 2015
Neighbors in Maryvale for many years and Forever Family Friends. Mom and Susie were similar in "hair style" and height.
We now miss them both in our lives. We are blessed to have our memories of the Rutigliano's
March 13, 2015
My Dear Susie, My Dear Friend,
I am missing you intensely, but when thinking about our working days at St. Joseph's and all of our visits and laughs, my heart is soothed. You never judged me, only loved me. You inspired me and always included me in your life and always told me I was good, and that you loved me. You Susie, instilled the wholeness a person needs to hear to succeed. I know I am the person I am today because of you. You taught me many lessons, and you taught me to laugh. We shared many jokes and fun times. Your laugh will remain in my heart forever. Susie, I will miss you until the end of time, and we will meet again, but until that time.....you will never be forgotten. Susie, please save me a seat up there next to you and my Mom and Dad. When I get there, I'm going to try to remember to bring a towel, so we can share your most famous joke! I've been practicing!!!!! I LOVE you my wonderful friend, I am missing you, but I know we will be together one day soon. Take a deep breath Susie....you can now, and Rest In Peace In The Lords Hands.
My Prayers to Mike and Michael and the entire family of our friend "Susie".
Annette Moore
March 12, 2015
My first encounter with our Dear Susie was in 1957.. I started my first job at St. Joseph's Hospital, she greeted me that first day.... And you all know the rest of the story.. From then on we became family. Natalie, Susie And Annette... We married those GI's Jack, Mike and Paul.. In fact Susie and Mike introduced me to Paul Moore... What a great life She had with her Dear Mike and Michael. And those wonderful times with the Gelsi Family... All those great Holidays spent together until this last Christmas. Susie loved to travel and see the world and she did just that. We love you Mike and Michael, Bobby. Our love to all the Lima Ohio,Family.
Bro Bob & Sister Bobbie Rutigliano
March 11, 2015
Susie was a very special person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. Mike & Michael know that she is at peace and will be watching over us until we meet her again.
March 11, 2015
I had the pleasure of being around Susie for many years when we both worked for St Joes. She was undoubtedly the most positive person ever. Always a smile on her face. The world will be a little less brighter without her. Condolences to the family. Alice Byrum
Brian, Leshia and Audrey Nelson
March 11, 2015
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields
and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
We love you Aunt Susie...
Natalie Gluhak, Annette Moore, Leshia Nelson, Aunt Susie
Leshia Nelson
March 11, 2015
Leshia Nelson
March 11, 2015
To Uncle Mike, cousin Michael, Aunt Susie's brother, Bill and sister Mary, I want to extend my utmost love and comfort to each of you. Aunt Susie was a gem. She was truly my hero and will forever be in my heart and soul. No person lived life to the fullest like our precious Aunt Susie.
March 11, 2015
Can't believe I will never hear her laughing, never hear her calling me "baby sister"
all our thoughts are with you Mike and Michael, your germans, Renate, Manfred, Nina, Thomas, Brigitte and Roland (Charly)
Avi Schneller
March 10, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Mike. Suzie was a wonderful friend and always full of joy and life. I have always enjoyed meeting you guys! Mario has asked me to add his name as well here since he doesn't know how to sign the guest book. I know how much he loved Suzie all the years you guys have known each other!
Diana Kasper-Rocci
March 10, 2015
Susie and Mike were a big part of our lives growing up. Always loved your laugh, will miss you bunches.
March 9, 2015
To Mike and Family, sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Richard and Annette Miles.
Sheila Sites
March 9, 2015
Aunt Susie. The light of your smile and kind heart will be missed by those of us left behind. We send our love and prayers to you Uncle Mike and Michael. You will see her in so many ways every day and know she is with you until your reunion in heaven. God bless. Sheila, Dennis, Sarah and Billy.
Teresa St John
March 9, 2015
Aunt Susie is going to be deeply missed. She was a person who knew the true meaning of unconditional love. The words unconditional and unwaivering would be words I'd use to describe how she lived her life. She gave of herself to everyone in our family, to all of her friends and neighbors without expectations. She truly lived her FAITH on a daily basis and was always there for our family when we needed her. You would never know how much she was suffering with her health because she never complained or focused on anything negitive. She had a natural innocence about her that was so very sweet, which made her joke telling even more funny. She could keep us inthralled in her stories and hilarity. I've never seen anyone get more mileage out of a towel joke. When She asked about you it was sincere and she never left your presence without telling you how much you were loved. My prayers and support are with Uncle Mike and cousin Michael. We are here and love you very much! xoxoxo
March 9, 2015
Susie had the best sense of humor of anyone I have known. We will enjoy that again when we meet at our eternal home.
Janet Weaver
March 8, 2015
My Sister Sue. We have had so many wonderful times, traveling to many beautiful places....our next journey will be when we meet again. Love and miss you.....till we meet again. Sister MARY and ED too
Frank and Linda Tantone
March 8, 2015
We never knew Susie to have an unhappy day. She was always smiling and recalling a funny story, telling a joke or showing us a trick with a towel. We will miss her a lot. Our sincere sympathies to Mike and Michael.
March 8, 2015
My sweet Sister Susie......You are my hero in so many ways. So very proud to have you in my life. I can only imagine what happiness your reunion with family will bring. God Bless your wonderful and dedicated mate, in his care for you over the years. Until we all meet again. Love you Susie. Brother Bill
John Gluhak
March 8, 2015
"God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "Come to Me." ... We will all miss you and the way you made us smile. Our hearts and prayers Go out to Uncle Mike & Michael.
Kathy and Mike Tarbet
March 8, 2015
Our prayers to Uncle Mike and Michael. We always loved seeing our Aunt Susie. She was such a happy person and was a fighter right up until the end. We will miss her.
Dave, Jenny Goldsberry
March 8, 2015
Our prayers are with Uncle Mike and Michael. Aunt Susie was the happiest person with the most energetic personality. The angels will be dancing with excitement with Sue now. Our blessings are with family and friends.
Nick and Robyn Pappas
March 8, 2015
Susie was great fun and we enjoyed her sparkling personality. Our most loving sympathy to your entire family.
Julia, Darrin and Krista Boop (Moore)
March 7, 2015
Love and prayers to Uncle Mike and Michael. Aunt Susie was a very special woman, always a smile and laugh (rather giggle). Thinking of all of the family.
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