Carl W. Ruggiero, "Mamo", passed on January 10, 2021.
He resided in Runnemede, NJ; formerly of W. Phila., PA. Age 72.
Beloved husband of Linda Ruggiero (nee Pignoli) for 33 years. Devoted father of Carmine Ruggiero (Melissa), Dana Gaskill (Scott), Carl Ruggiero, Michael Ruggiero, and Stacey Comito (Michael). Loving Grandpop of Nicolas, Alexander, Quinlan, Ava, Alyssa, Anthony, Carly, and Livie. Dear brother of Carol Longo (the late Michael) and Maria Recchia (Nick). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Mamo will be remembered as a great cook, devoted husband and a doting father and grandfather. He loved to spend time with his family and friends watching sports, singing, dancing and vacationing with his wife.
There will be a viewing from 9:45am to 11:45am Saturday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Funeral Mass 12:30pm at Holy Child Parish, St. Maria Goretti RC Church, 321 Orchard Avenue, Runnemede, NJ 08078.
A livestream of the funeral mass may be viewed by visiting the link below:
https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/35904423
Interment is private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carl's memory to the American Diabetes Association, 1160 US 22 E, Suite 103, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
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Sending deepest condolences to Mamo's family and friends.grew up with him on 49th St. Such a beautiful soul .always a smile on his face and a warm hello. He truly appreciated life and lived it to the max. I know his spirit is instilled in his children and that will carry them thru this difficult time. No greater gift his kids could give him than to live their lives with the same passion n joy he did. God bless n love to his family. There'll be some beautiful music behind those Pearly gates. ❤