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Jarrett R. "Ruch" Ruchka

May 18, 1992 - September 01, 2017

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Obituary For Jarrett R. "Ruch" Ruchka

May 18, 1992 - September 1, 2017

Ruchka, Jarrett R. "Ruch"

After struggling with addiction and surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, September 1, 2017, of West Mifflin.

Beloved son of Diane and Robin Ruchka; loving brother of Justin (April Hicks) D. Ruchka; grandson of Ronald and Helen Jones and the late Julius and Florence Ruchka; nephew of Ron (Laura) Jones, Jr. and Greg (Cindy) Ruchka. Jarrett is also survived by his loving cousins Michael (Chrissie), Danny (Kathleen), Sarah (Dan), Chris (Jess) and extended family and many friends. He was a graduate of Serra Catholic High School and Penn State University. Jarrett had a passion for sports and was a dedicated ice hockey and soccer player. Much of his life was spent on the ice playing for teams including SHAHA, West Mifflin High School, Serra Catholic High School, Pittsburgh Junior Penguins, Pittsburgh Vipers and the Pennsylvania All Stars. He also played soccer for the West Mifflin Blast. Jarrett was a caring and compassionate individual who took pride in helping others. He spent nearly the past decade helping and watching over others by working as a lifeguard and volunteer EMT. Jarrett's passion for helping others inspired him to pursue a career in medicine. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 Thursday, September 7 and Friday, September 8 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostle Parish, St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions made payable to Diane Ruchka which will go to the Jarrett Ruchka Recovery Foundation.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Diane,Robin & Family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you in this difficult time. He is at peace & know that the Lord will help you now in your time of need. I will keep you in my prayers for strength. My heart aches for all of you. Love, Gail Snyder & Hair Designs by Gail Staff

  • December 11, 2019

    Justin, April, Diane and Robin, We extend our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Jarrett. May God lift you up in your darkest days and carry you with him. Find peace in knowing he is no longer in pain, no longer suffering, as he is in heaven with the Lord. To Justin and April, we will be here for you when you return home to Charlotte. You have been such great friends and we hope to be as great to you as you have been to us. We love you. We will be here for the long road ahead. Day or night! Carrie and Benjamin

  • December 11, 2019

    Diane, Robin and Justin, So saddened to hear of Jarrett's passing. May God bless you in your time of sorrow and we will keep you in our prayers. I can't even image the pain you must be feeling. God Bless. Bob, Debbie and Ryan Lizik

  • December 11, 2019

    To Ruchka family, I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your precious son. The loss of anyone is painful, but when it is your child and so young, the grief is almost unbearable. But may Friends, Family and God comfort you and help you in the days, weeks and months ahead. (Psalms 55:22.) Please try and get a copy of brochure "When Someone You Love Dies", (www.jw.org). It was a tremendous help for me in my time of grief.

  • December 11, 2019

    Diane and Robin and family, We were so sorry to hear about Jarrett. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We were blessed to be a part of his life for a short time during his SHAHA hockey days. He will be missed by all who knew him. With deepest sympathy, The Schneid family Bob, Susan, Robby, Anna and Leo

  • December 11, 2019

    To the Ruchka family: There are no words to express our sorrow in the loss of your son. We met Jarrett through our son, Jordan, at Penn State and have always felt very highly of this vivacious young man. We will always cherish their friendship and the memories they created during and after their time at Penn State. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Jeff and Renee Allen Parents of Jordan Allen

  • December 11, 2019

    Diane, Robin and family ~ I was heartbroken to read about Jarrett. My deepest, heartfelt sympathies..

  • December 11, 2019

    The Brown family sends our deepest condolences to the Ruchka family Jarrett was and will continue to be a bright light to all of those he touched Into God's loving hands and warm embrace

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