Eleanor T. Ruchalski
- Jan 4, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 9, 2023
1930 - 2023
Obituary
Eleanor T. Ruchalski, a Mineola resident for almost 60 years, passed away on January 3, 2023 at the grand old age of 92. She was the only child born to the late Frank and Stella Ostapiec, on May 30, 1930 in Brooklyn, New York, where she was raised. Eleanor was widowed at the age of 41 and raised her 4 young children by herself. She was a strong, independent woman with a very deep faith. There was nothing she loved more than her children and grandchildren. Eleanor was very creative and artistic who loved sewing, making ceramic sculptures and other arts and crafts. Eleanor worked and enjoyed her 20 year career at Chemical Bank where she made lifelong friends. She was a member of the St. Hedwig Rosary Altar Society, past President of the Chaminade Alumni Parent Association (CAPA), loved attending Monday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at Chaminade High School and was a past Director of the Polish Falcons. She is predeceased by her husband John Ruchalski. She is the loving mother of John J. Ruchalski (deceased), Susan Ruchalski Wesoly (Paul) of New Hyde Park, NY., Francis Ruchalski (Carol) of Rockville Centre, NY., and Joseph Ruchalski (Linda) of Trumbull, CT. She is also the cherished grandmother of Paul, Craig, Taryn, and Mariel Wesoly; Ashley, Lyndsey, John, and Mary Ruchalski; and Emily, Daniel and Amanda Ruchalski. She is also predeceased by her brother-in-law Stanley Ruchalski. Visitation will be held Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, January 9, 2023 at St. Hedwig Church, 1 Depan Ave., Floral Park, NY. Interment will be held at St. John Cemetery, 80-01 Metropolitan Ave, Queens, NY 11379. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Eleanor's name to The Mary Ruchalski Foundation, at www.themaryruchalskifoundation.org.
VISITATION
Sunday, January 8
4:00 - 8:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, January 9
11:00 AM
St. Hedwig R.C. Church
1 Depan Avenue, Floral Park, NY
INTERMENT
St. John Cemetery
80-01 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY
Wil miss you Eleanor You were always good to me with different things hen I was young. You were my sponsor for Confirmation. I was a bridesmaid for you and remember many visits to your house.
There are many memories that I hold in my heart. I remember how you watched over me many time. One we will never forget the day before your sweet sixteenth birthday when I was born. My mom could not go to your party. You forgave me. I love you my cousin you are always in my prayers.
The definition of a HERO is "a person admired for courage, outstanding achievements or noble qualities" Noble Qualities are described as hard working, honesty, generosity and kindness. Mrs. Ruchalski embodied ALL of this and so much more. NOTHING was going to stop Mrs. Ruchalski from raising her children to be good people and her hard work, courage and determination was rewarded with 11 grandchildren who brought her tremendous pride and joy. We hope Sue and Paul, Fran and Carol and Joey and Linda are proud of carrying on Mrs. Ruchalskis legacy of raising families that make this world a better place. "Sto Lat " Mrs. Ruchalski and Thank You
Eleanor, I know that you are forever with Our Lord and happy to be your old self! While I will miss visiting you, I will surely miss the wonderful times we shared. From the moment I met you at Chemical, our friendship bonded. You invited me and Chris to your home for Susan's engagement celebration where we met your family and relatives. What a beautiful family you have. And you were so proud of them! From then on we attended so many of your family celebrations - weddings, baptisms, communions and graduations - and it was wonderful. I count you as a very dear friend whom I will forever miss. Hopefully, you are dancing a polka in heaven!! Rest In…
Rest in Peace sweet beautiful Eleanor. God brought me in your life to make me a better person. I will miss all our times spent together the past 3 years. You brought such joy in my life. I know your spirit will be at peace in heaven surrounded by your family.