Virginia M. Ruzicka (née Aubuchon) fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, August 23, 2023 at age 92. Ginny was born to Frank and Catherine Aubuchon on June 6, 1931 in Poplar Bluff, Mo. She lived her life with purpose, instilling in her eight children the value of lifelong learning and appreciation for literature, art and music. Ginny is now reunited with Ray, her husband of 65 years and their son Andy. She is survived by children Ellen Ruzicka, Jan (Bob) Penlesky, Ray (Nancy) Ruzicka, Laura (Mark) Reinders, Donna Ruzicka, Claire Ruzicka and Frank (Lisa) Ruzicka; 15 cherished grandchildren and 14 precious great-grandchildren. Ginny’s sister Dorothy Deeken Stevens predeceased her. She will be missed by brother Dave Aubuchon, sisters Barb Kurlandski Gonterman and Corinne Kurlandski, many loving nieces, nephews and longtime friends. Deep gratitude to Laclede Groves Memory Care and Reach Recovery staffs for their gentle care for Ginny. Visitation Monday, Sept. 4, 3-7 pm, Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 9:30 am, Seven Holy Founders, 6737 S. Rock Hill Rd. Burial, 10:45 am, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Celebrate Ginny’s life with family and friends at a luncheon in Seven Holy Founders Parish Hall at noon. Memorials to Andrew Ruzicka Memorial Scholarship Fund, Chaminade High School Donate To A Scholarship – Chaminade College Preparatory School (chaminade-stl.org) appreciated.
I enjoyed knowing Ginny in our Fenton Library reading group where we had some great book discussions. She was part of the Red Hat Ladies group where we had some very fun get togethers. I will always remember Ginny as being so kind, smart and always ready to have a good time. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Deepest condolences to the entire family. May you find comfort in great memories and the support of loved ones.
Ginny was one of the sweetest Ladies I have ever met.
I am glad that I knew her and enjoyed her at our reading group
and our Red Hat Fun. So very sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed.
Claire,
Saw obit in St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Sorry for your loss.
David Altman