Josephine M. Ruckey

TEMPLETON - Josephine M. (Szymakowski) Ruckey died peacefully on Saturday November 14, 2020 at the age of 105 years.  She was a resident of Baldwinville Nursing Home. She was born in New Jersey on March 27, 1915. She was one of the oldest residents of Massachusetts. Before becoming a resident in the nursing home she was very active in Templeton Golden Age Club, Polish Club and many Bingo activities. She did not give up driving her car until 99 years of age. She worked in Gardner as an upholster for many years. She raised her 3 sons as a single mother and did a wonderful job. Having her parents John and Helen living across the street were a great help. Her son Bill Ruckey preceded her in death last year. She leaves behind two sons, Chester Ruckey of Ashby MA,   Allan and his wife Jackie of Waterford, MI;  grandchildren, Denise Karbarz of Kentucky, Kenn Ruckey of Texas, Catherine Ruckey of Texas, Tim Ruckey of Kansas, Danny Ruckey of Hawaii, Joel Ruckey of Hawaii, Matthew Ruckey of Vermont, David Ruckey of Michigan, and Mark Ruckey of Michigan; additionally 9 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Due to COVID-19 issues, services will be held in the spring of 2021 at St. Joseph Cemetery, Gardner, MA.To send an online condolence please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com.Mack Family Funeral Home 105 Central St., Gardner is directing arrangements.