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Joseph Ruseckas Obituary
He leaves a daughter, Connijean Murphy; a brother, Valentine Ruseckas; and 3 grandchildren, Max Goodman, Amanda Wheelock-Graves, and Dama Goodman. He was predeceased by a daughter, Marjo Thibodeau; brother, Vincent Russell; and sister, Katherine Stevens.
He was born in Worcester, son of Constanza (Beckute) and Anthony Ruseckas. He was a WWII veteran, having served in the Army Air Corps. He was Vice President of Research and Development at the David Clark Company, where he worked for 43 years. He was a member of Greendale People's Church, OX5 Pioneers, Hump Pilots Assoc., Aero Club of NE, National Aeronautic Assoc., MA Aviation Historical Society, NE Air Museum, American Air Museum (Britain), Air Force Museum (Dayton, Ohio), Test Pilots Historical Foundation, Air Force Assoc. Aircraft Owners & Pilots Assoc., American Astronautical Society, and the Dragon Lady Assoc.
Calling hours will be held at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street, on Sunday, March 21, from 3-6 p.m. A graveside service will be held at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton, at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 22. Please omit flowers and donations can be made to Greendale People's Church, 25 Francis St., Worcester, MA 01606.
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Kenneth White
March 29, 2010
To ConnieJean and family; My wife Nancy & I are sorry to learn belatedly of Joe's passing. He and I would talk about his (and mine) old motorcycles and he'd pull out the photo he carried with him of his Indians. He was truly a great American. I remember the youth group airplane rides he'd do for us at Worcester Airport. Thay were more than just a look at the roof of your own house. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
William J. Deane
March 29, 2010
To Joe's Family,
The Massachusetts Aviation Historical Society and its members extend our condolences. Joe & Marcia were MAHS members for the last ten years and we had Joe to our meetings to discuss his life and times in aviation a number of times.From line boy to flight instuctor at North Grafton airport to flying C-46s over the Hump in the CBI Theatre to an Air Force Reserve pilot at Hanscom Field to his very special work at the David Clark Company. Where he worked with pilot and astronaut crew protection design and testing over a period of 43 years. He was a friend to all who knew him, a good and decent man who we will miss. We will remember him, his quiet and friendly way, his contributions to aviation and his commitment and dedication to his wife and family.
Bill Deane
MA Aviation Historical Society
Robert JOSEPH Ruseckas
March 22, 2010
Uncle Joe has gone to be with is Co-pilot and life-long sweetie, Auntie Marcia. He will be sorely missed by friends and our very close family.
Fran Langille
March 22, 2010
Joe & Marcia were long time members of our church family and such a loving couple. How impressed we all were with Joe's love for Marcia and his faithfulness through her long stay in the nursing home. Each Sunday Joe would be sure that Marcia's name was added to our prayers. What a beautiful tribute to their long marriage and "partnership"! We saw how much he missed her. Now, we will miss him at Sunday morning services, especially his warm and welcoming smile. What a dear man. Blessings and prayers for his family at this sad time. Please know how many of us share your loss.
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Peter Leasca
March 20, 2010
To the family of "JOE" Ruseckas:
I have known Joe for 50 years when we were both together at WPI School of Industrial Management. He was a friend and made numerous visits to our office over the years Both he and you mother used to attend all our seminars and it was always of pleasure to see them. I was always sending him emails even as of last week. He was a favoriite friend that we respected with high esteem. He is one of good characrter and will always be remembered. We would always talk about the WW II days and airplanes. May he rest in peace. Eternal Memories
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