Virginia M. Ruckert

Virginia M. Ruckert, 99, formerly of Conway, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Vera Krepps.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Ruckert Sr.; a son, John Ruckert Jr.; a daughter, Darlene Goodrich; a brother, Melvin Krepps; a sister, Margie Riley; and a grandson, Eric Ruckert.

She is survived by her son, Jeffrey (Terri) Ruckert; her brother, Jack (Gloria) Krepps; grandchildren, Brennen Ruckert, Justin Summerville, Shannon Summerville, David Goodrich, Gary Goodrich, and Angela (Paul) Thompson; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Virginia was a 1944 graduate of Freedom High School. After graduation, she went to work at Curtiss-Wright, manufacturing propellers for B-17 bombers in support of the war effort. She also sang duets with her sister Marjorie, even making it as far as Nashville. As her children grew, Virginia returned to work at American Eagle Warehouse, where she formed many lasting friendships. She was a member of New Hope Lutheran Church in Economy. Virginia enjoyed many things in life, especially bowling and playing bingo. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, New Sewickley Township.