Theresa F Ragusky
Died: Jun 17, 2019
Theresa F. Ragusky, age 88, of Liberty Township died Monday, June 17, 2019. Theresa was born June 26, 1930 in St. Clair, PA. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Mary (Bieleak) Boris.
She was employed by Hackettstown Police Department as a Crossing Guard and as a police Matron. She was predeceased in death by her husband Raymond Ragusky in 2012.
She is survived by 3 children, Ray and wife Mary Beth, Carol and husband Robert, and Martin. 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Matthew, Christopher, Kendal, and Paige. 3 step grandchildren, Kristen, Travis, and Sophie. 1 great grandchild, Nolan and 2 step great grandchildren, Eden, and Wilder.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at St. Mary's church of the assumption with Father Antony Arockiadoss officiating. Entombment will be in St. James Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/
Condolences:
Dorina
#14
April 16th, 2020 7:25 pm
Dear Family,
My name is Dorina ~ my mother is your Uncle Walter's daughter Cherie. We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My mother's mom passed last year too. I had hoped to connect with Chuchie Theresa as my mom called her, one day, but regret that I am too late. It's wonderful to see what a highly regarded and beloved woman she was. If you would like to connect and share any stories of the Boris family, please do email me at amendola@marywood.edu. We would be thrilled to hear from you. Have a blessed Easter season.
Dorina Amendola
P.s. To the funeral home: if you can pass this message to the family, you do not need to post it online. Thank you.
Linda Bertorelli & Family
#13
June 27th, 2019 4:32 am
Our sincerest condolences to all of you.
Tim and Donna OBrien
#12
June 24th, 2019 3:23 pm
Carol, Bob, Matt and Chris, so sorry to hear about your loss. Fond memories of your mother/grandmother not only as a crossing guard, but there cheering for Matt and Chris at all their athletic events growing up. We know she will be missed. You are all in our prayers.
Chick and Linda Dimiceli
#11
June 20th, 2019 3:18 pm
Dear Ragusky Family We are saddened to hear of passing of your mother Have a lot of good memories with her. Always had a pleasant smile and a little humor.Great lady she will be missed.
Peg McConnell
#10
June 20th, 2019 6:38 am
Dear Ray, Carol and Martin,
Sorry to hear of your Mother's passing, my deepest sympathy to all of you. She and I shared many memories of being a crossing guard and with Lee and Ray playing sports together. She was truly a super great friend.
Always Peg McConnell
Lee McConnell
#9
June 19th, 2019 6:26 pm
Ma Ragusky was exceedingly kind and encouraging to me as I grew up, and an ardent fan and supporter of all of us from grade school through HHS graduation on the basketball court and baseball field. Her care for others was constant and genuine. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Ragusky, and God Bless You, Ray, Carol, and Marty.
Kathleen Iacampo Thompson
#8
June 19th, 2019 6:25 am
Dear Martin, Sending you prayers at this difficult and a saying a rosary for your Mom. I remember when I first learned to drive, and came to her corner.. I didn't know if I was supposed to go in front of her or in back of her. I started one way, then the other. She stopped the whole intersection, gave me a look and pointed me in front of her. Good memories of growing up in a small town, where people use their talent and personality to help us all. God Bless your mom. K
Donna & John Cummins
#7
June 18th, 2019 5:22 pm
To the Ragusky Family:
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was quite a lady, and always so kind to everyone. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go thru this very difficult time. May your memories of her help you get through this.
Donna & John Cummins
Lew/Gail Richards and Family
#6
June 18th, 2019 2:02 pm
TO THE RAGUSKY FAMILY---SORRY TO READ OF THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM SHE WAS A GREAT LADY AND COULD NOT BE MISSED AS THE CROSSING GUARD AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL---SHE WATCHED OVER US ALL AS WE GREW UP ON WASHINGTON ST--ALWAYS ENJOYED MY CONVERSATIONS WITH HER---OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY
David Bryk & Family
#5
June 17th, 2019 9:08 pm
Dear Ragusky family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this most difficult time.
David Bryk & Family
Barbara Wallace
#4
June 17th, 2019 6:29 pm
Theresa Ragusky has grandchildren and great-grandchildren listed along with surviving family members, but she had many more she not only supervised crossing the street at Washington St. and Center Street, but she seemed to love those children and they loved her. We loved her because we knew our children were not only safe, but she greeted them also, and even their parents when they would pass by her station.What a blessing she was to this town and I speak for all of my children , when I send our most sincere condolences to her surviving family. God grant you the comfort only He can give.
Barbara Wallace
TIMOTHY K WALLACE
#3
June 17th, 2019 6:13 pm
Dear Carol, Ray, Martin and families,
We were greatly saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. For me personally, she made it possible to get through the worst year with her kindness talking to a little 2nd grade boy every day who dreaded what he was going to go through at school. I will never forget her kindness, her ever present smile, and even 50 years later, when I would stop back on business trips, she always had a smile and a hug. She was the only person who called me Timmy and I always loved to hear her voice say it. What a special, loving person. May the Lord grant you all His peace during this time of personal grief.
Tim and Theresa Wallace, Asheville, NC
Paul & Robin Wallace
#2
June 17th, 2019 5:39 pm
Dear Ragusky Family
My Wife Robin and I are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Ragusky's passing, and wow such memories and what Hackettstown Kid did not have them of your Mom.
Mrs. Ragusky was far more than a Crossing Guard, She was a Shepherd defending Her little ones, as you knew you would be safe at the Corner of Washington and Center Street one of the busiest and yet handle with such confidence that crossing that intersection was the safest part of our Walk to school.
I pray the LORD will grant you all the comfort only HE can provide, through Christ our LORD.
GOD Bless you all
Paul & Robin Wallace
Joy and Les, Snyder, Sr.
#1
June 17th, 2019 2:20 pm
We are saddened to hear of the passing of our longtime friend.. Theresa. She was a legend being a crossing guard by the Middle School for so many years and also just for being a wonderful and kind individual always with a smile for everyone. R.I.P. Theresa...you will be very much missed. Joy and Lester Snyder, Sr.
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