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William Ruskey Obituary
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William "Billy Bob" M. Ruskey, Jr., age 42, a longtime resident of Lowell and a former resident of Georgia, passed away suddenly on March 10, 2020 at his home.
Born in Lowell on April 11, 1977, he was a son of Peggy E. (Webster) (Varney) Ruskey of Lowell and the late William M. Ruskey Sr. He was educated in the Lowell School system and was a graduate of Greater Lowell Technical High School class of 1995. He was also the recipient of an award from the Lowell Sun, which included a trip to the United States Space Camp in Alabama.
Billy Bob was a "Jack of all Trades" and most recently was employed as a cook for the Sports Zone in Dracut.
He was an avid Boston Bruins fan and had frequently attended games.
Billy Bob always had a smile on his face and enjoyed making people laugh. He lived life to the fullest and was always ready to have fun. But he always made the time for family and his many friends.
Surviving him in addition to his mother are a daughter, Jessica Weglarz of FL; his sisters and brothers in law, Cyndi Varney Bray and her husband Robert of GA, Kelly Barchard and her husband Donald of Lowell, Holly Ruskey of Lowell, Tina Jenks of Lowell, Tricia Indelicato and her husband Joe of Tewksbury and Robin Gravlin and her husband Doug of Methuen; his brothers and sisters-in-law, the late Wayne Varney, Frederick Smith Jr. and his wife Danielle of Tyngsborough, Brian Smith and his wife Alice of Groton and Jeff Smith and his wife Judy of Methuen; his girlfriend, Colleen Mayo of Dracut; several nieces and nephews including Vance Fearon II, Zack Fearon, Kira Fearon, Whitney Fearon, Wesley Ruskey, Lisa Bray and Nicole Bray; aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. He was also the uncle of the late Robert Doyle.
RUSKEY
William "Billy Bob" M. Ruskey, Jr. Relatives and friends will be received at the TYNGSBOROUGH FUNERAL HOME, 4 Cassaway Dr., Tyngsborough on Friday afternoon from 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral Saturday morning with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 a.m. in the Parish of Saint Rita, 158 Mammoth Rd., Lowell. Those planning on attending the Funeral Mass are asked to meet at Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Tewksbury. For online condolences or directions, please visitwww.tyngsboroughfuneralhome.com.
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Vess & Sophie Tzimas
March 6, 2023
Everything has an end, but Billy´s life ended too soon. Bill was a kind soul, always with a smile and a hard working guy.
Vess and I always enjoyed seeing him grow into a man over the years at Belvedere House of Pizza.
He will be missed by many.
Memory Eternal
Tracy Pecora
March 16, 2020
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
George Hovey
March 13, 2020
Our deepest condolences'. Bill was a sweet guy. We will miss seeing him and enjoying his company.
Ronald .Glaude
March 13, 2020
Super guy. Condolences. R.I.P.
Lois Socorelis
March 12, 2020
Peggy and family.
I am so sorry for your sudden loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Billy Rest In Peace.
The Robarge Family
March 12, 2020
RIP Billy Bob
March 12, 2020
Terribly sorry for your sudden loss. I remember Billy from a couple of your holiday parties and he was always so friendly and inviting! May he rest in peace and may your family find peace. Sincerely, Diane Welcome
Mary Gail Oliveira
March 12, 2020
RIP Billy Bob
Vess and Sophie Tzimas
March 12, 2020
Peggy and to your family,Vess and I send you our most heartfelt sympathies. Billy was a genuine person and hold many moments as a teenager through to present as an adult, always with a smile and his laughter when he would see us at Belvidere as Vess always connected with him. We wish you all peace and love.
LOUISE CARVALHO
March 12, 2020
Mrs. Ruskey and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Louise Carvalho
JDCU
Brenda Pitre
March 11, 2020
Billy Bob always greeted Andre and I with a big hug and a kiss for me. I always smiled when he yelled across the bar, "Hi Doll!" Im going to miss him so much
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