Obituaries

To the Rutkowski family, your Dad was a good friend and colleague to my Father, Bill Worrell. They shared many fishing trips and hunting expectations outside of school. My deepest sympathy to all of you. May all the great memories of Gene, give you comfort in the days ahead, Their generation gave a lot of themselves to our nation, family and their students. Gods blessings to you all. Thea Worrell Nixon

Posted by Thea Worrell Nixon on February 16, 2020

Many memories will be flooding the Redbank Valley Area this week. To Hoodie and family: If you run out of wonderful memories of Gene, just ask anyone.They will have a story or tribute to your beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend.

Posted by Jean Fowkes on February 11, 2020

To the Rutkowski family I am so sorry to hear that Gene has passed. He lived a good long life and had the love of all of you. Keep all of your memories of him close in your hearts, he will always be with you. Love to all!

Posted by Vickie Drayer Jones on February 11, 2020

I forgot my gym shoes one day during gym glass. Gene had the fix ... always. He soon obtained a loaner (size 17 shoe I think) and I was not going to sit out of class because of my forgetfulness. No sir. It was embarrassing to say the least. It got lots and lots of laughs from my classmates. I never forgot my shoes again. He did not do it to be cruel although I am sure he enjoyed the teaching moment. It turned out I was not the only one to forget one piece of garment from time to time. To that we all shared in this ritual of sorts. I was able to copy is voice after awhile and would use it to surprise an unsuspecting classmate that was goofing off: "Drop and give me 25!" I'd bark. Only one time he caught me imitating him....his immediate response: "FOSTER, DROP AND GIVE ME 50!" I think ol' Gene liked me. Some great memories.

Posted by Chris Foster on February 11, 2020

My heartfelt sympathy to the Rutkowski family for a truly wonderful man who positively influenced so many people. One of the finest men I’ve ever known......it’s a much better world because of Gene Rutkowski !

Posted by Dick Shaffer on February 11, 2020

To the Rutkowski Family, Heart felt sympathy for your loss. Gene was good man and helped mould Students, and friends into being better People.

Posted by Jeffrey Miller on February 10, 2020

To Hoodie and the entire Rutkowski family, our hearts go out to you and we are so sorry for your loss. I met Hoodie 27 years ago when I worked at Head Start. She was the best boss I ever had! I met Gene through her, although my husband Terry had known him having him as a teacher in high school. But I was amazed at the life he and Hoodie had built for themselves and their family. I am proud to have known Hoodie and Gene. May God give you strength at this time Hoodie! Love, Suzan & Terry Noerr and family

Posted by Suzan Noerr on February 10, 2020

To the family of Gene Ruthowski; Your husband / father will always be remembered by so many. A loving husband, father that I knew. Since leaving New Bethlehem, you became a grandfather and great grandfather. A hard worker, someone who knew right from wrong and cared for his loved ones unmercifully. Never saw you just stop Mr. R. So many memories of growing up across the street from your family. You led a wonderful life Mr. R. So now that your time upon this earth has ended, your life will be celebrated and you will never be forgotten.

Posted by Jane Hodgson Doremus on February 10, 2020

Heartfelt sympathy to all. May the wonderful memories you have of your Dad bring you some peace during this difficult time. Kind regards.

Posted by Kelly Shick Barrow on February 9, 2020

Dearest Dad, You were our hero, our mentor, our life teacher, and our rock. We appreciated you immensely.You will be missed everyday. We love you, Deborah Jo Rutkowski Barry K. Hayman Larkin Elizabeth Rutkowski Hayman Dr. Kristen Patrick Rutkowski Hayman

Posted by Deborah Rutkowski on February 9, 2020