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Jim enjoyed skydiving, skiing, sailing, boating, and spending summers at Sebago Lake, Maine. His grandchildren were his pride and joy and family meant everything to him. Before his death Jim and Robbie got to fulfill their dream of buying their year-round home on Quaddick lake.
He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years Roberta L. "Robbie" (Todd) Ruskowski Trombley; step-children Lee Winchell and her husband Todd of Thompson CT, Amy Maslauskas and her husband Mike of Franklin, Joseph Ruskowski and his wife Jaclyn of Charlestown, and Andrew Ruskowski of Worcester; grandson Tyler, and granddaughters Peyton, Katie, and Addison; sister Carol Pickett of Central Falls, RI, sister Judy Allen and her husband Tom of Pine Plains NY; cousins with whom he shared a brotherly bond George Waterman and his wife Sharon and Randy Waterman; his mother-in-law Patricia Todd; loving in-laws Janet and Vin Gabrielli, Sue and Bob Brusa, Jeff and Carolyn Todd, and Mike and Sue Todd; uncle Irving "Buddy" Howe of Narragansett, RI and many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his close cousin Craig Waterman and his father-in-law George H. Todd.
Family would like to thank the VNA of Southern Worcester County and Day Kimball Hospice Program for their wonderful, compassionate care especially Sue, Brenda, Pauline and Michelle.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 18th, 11 a.m. in the Crossway Church, 250 East Putnam Rd, Putnam, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284. To leave a condolence message for the family please visit www.jackmanfuneralhomes.com
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Emma Reed Elliott
August 18, 2015
Jim was always a positive person. He was so much fun to have at our parachuting center as he was always smiling or laughing depending on the situation. A truly sterling person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your memories of Jim bring you peace and joy and may the good Lord comfort all of you at this time.
August 18, 2015
When I think of Jim, I think of our 10 man team. He was always laid back and mellow and no matter what the issue, he was always the voice of reason. Everyone liked him and got along with him. He was a good skydiver and always performed well on our team. Aside from skydiving, Jim was also a great guy as a friend. I was glad to have had Jim pass through my life.
Bob Elliott
August 17, 2015
Robbie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Leon&Shirley Mosczynski
Peg Bonneville
August 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Robbie, Carol, Judy and their families.
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Steve Lombard
August 16, 2015
Great Guy, thanks for your friendship and fun skydives.always remember your positive attitude and never forget your laugh. Blue Skies.
James and Susan Allen
August 16, 2015
Dear Robbie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we all grieve the loss of a very dear man. He was never anything but the most wonderful, encouraging and fun uncle to me, and I think all of his nieces and nephews would say the same. He finished his race well and I'm so glad to know we will see him again one day in glory. I'm also so glad that he had such a wonderful wife and family to surround him with amazing love and support right to the end. May God's comfort and peace surround you all!
John Sandell
August 15, 2015
A skydiver who smiled while jumping or visiting the Turners Falls, MA drop zone. A fun person who loved the sport and life. Wishing his whole family the best!!!
Lorie Diller
August 15, 2015
Dear Robbie and family,
We are are praying for you all as you grieve the passing of a wonderful, husband and step-father. Uncle Jim was so full of life and joy even up to the end. We know he is in a better place enjoying perfect wholeness, love and peace. He will never be forgotten.
With love,
Lorie Allen Diller and family
Pat & Rick Francis
August 14, 2015
Dear Robbie and family...I know it has been a long time since we spoke but I was so sorry to read of Jim's passing. I can only remember when you started dating and what a fine man he was and we were all so happy for you. Please accept our deepest sympathy and may the wonderful memories you've made these past years give you comfort.
Priscilla/ Tom Descoteaux
August 14, 2015
Robbie and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.We are thinking of you all
Priscilla and Tom
Chrystine Nahas Caffrey
August 14, 2015
Just a great guy......he will be missed.
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