Elaine “Sis” I. Ruggiero, 97, of Fremont, OH passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at Elmwood Care Center. She was born on December 28, 1925 in Helena, OH to William and Lorena (Auxter) Wonderly. Sis was a graduate of Jackson Burgoon High School. Sis married Carmin Donato Ruggiero on June 5, 1948 at St. Mary’s Church in Millersville, OH and he preceded her on November 3, 2011. Prior to getting married, she worked for Union Carbide and Robert F. Wolfe Company. Sis was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, especially Euchre, ceramic making, sewing and taking care of her home and family.
Sis is survived by her children, Pat (Jayne) Ruggiero, Gettysburg, PA, Cindy (Philip) Tooman, Sam (Cindy Lynn) Ruggiero, both of Fremont, OH; grandchildren, Cathy, Henry, Carmin II, Heather, Tyler, Brent, Sam Jr, Maegen; great grandchildren, Emma, Trey, Alayna, Victoria, Charlee, Dominic, Ella, Hunter, Donato Grant, Siobhan, Eddie, Taylor, Kylie, Alise, Callen, Michael and brother, Pat Wonderly.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and siblings, Donald Wonderly, Robert Wonderly and JoAnn Hofelich.
Family would like to give a special thanks to Elmwood Care Center for the loving care they provided Elaine during her stay.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. with a Rosary Service beginning at 7 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH 43420.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023, 10:30 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 865 OH-635, Helena, OH 43435.
Burial: St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millersville, OH.
Memorials can be made in her honor to ProMedica Hospice 907 W. State St. Suite A, Fremont, OH 43420 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 W. Dussel Dr. Suite 140, Maumee, OH 43537.
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Missy Flahiff
Such a sweet, special lady. Prayers for her family especially during this very sad time. I loved Elaine and Carmin from the Bank years ago, some of my favorite customers. God be with you all. God bless you Elaine.
Lorena
Elaine was such a sweet, bright soul. My favorite memory was eating cookies and bananas bright and early with her at 6am❤️
Ann and Jim Woehrle
Aunt Sis, I remember your beautiful smile, your quick wit and infectious laugh. Rest in Peace.
Walleman Sandra and Rick
May the Good Lord hold your forever in His loving arms, Aunt Sis. You were the best Godmother in the world. I will miss your laugh and smiling face, and forever cherish all the good memories with you and Uncle Carmin growing up.
To Pat and Jayne, Cindy and Phil, Sam and Cindy Lynn and families,, my heartfelt sympathy and comforting prayers go out to you as you travel through these days ahead. May God’s goodness and light,
Surround and fill, protect , bless, and heal you all.
For your highest good.
Aunt Sis, Angel on Earth, fly high in Heaven as one of God’s special heavenly Angels now. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mark ,Teresa , & Spencer Murray
Thank you Aunt Sis for your yummy hockey pucks…. Every time we make them we will think of you.
So sorry we will miss the funeral….
Love and Prayers to the family ❤️
Carmen L Farrell
Pat, Cathy and Carmin Donato. So sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Yours in Christ- Carmen Flynn Farrell
Pat Harger
I remember Elaine and Carmin when they were our neighbors on Alger st . They would crush grapes in their garage/ wine room .. I always enjoyed watching them do that .. They treated us boys as family along with their kids! Hugs and Prayers Pat .Cindy and Sammy and to all your Family ! I will never forget the Green Hornet too! GOD SPEED ❤️ Pat Harger
Pat Harger
Hugs and prayers Pat ,Cindy and Sammy along to your whole family. As a kid growing up on Alger st I remember watching Elaine and Carmin smashing grapes to make wine . I always enjoyed that . And Sammy.. I will not forget the Green Hornet ! They always treated us boys as family! GOD SPEED and God bless ! Pat Harger
Michelle and Rob Hofelich
So sorry for your loss Pat, Cindy, Sam and families. Sis was a great Aunt that left a lot of good memories along with Uncle Carmin. We’ll never forget many things including the impromptu baby sitting for our 2, 4 and 6 yr old when Michelle was sick in 1993. That was quite a task!
We’re very sorry we couldn’t make it to the funeral, you’re in our prayers.
Michelle and Rob Hofelich