Ellen Rueck

life story

Loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister and friend

Ellen Marie Rueck was a Loving, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. As a devout follower of Jesus Christ, she was born into eternal life on January 24, 2022 at age 61 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Ellen was born on March 1, 1960. She grew up in Chicago Ridge where she found her Husband and Love Mike Rueck.

Ellen is predeceased by her parents Doris & James and her sister Stephanie. Ellen is survived by her sister Geraldine, Husband- Michael Sr., her three children Michelle (David),Michael Jr. (Stefanie), and Kirstin (John). She was the Loving Grandma to Logan, Blake, Elizabeth, and Arlo.

Ellen loved enjoying her quality time with her husband and family. Including playing board games with the grandchildren, attending the kids sporting events and attending Mass with her children and grandchildren. Experiences with family and friends is what she held close to her heart.

About Ellen

Ellen Marie Peterson

Born in Little Company of Mary Hospital on 3/1/60. Ellen was the third child of Doris and Jim Peterson. Ellen had two older sisters, Gerri and Stephanie. Ellen married Michael Rueck on 2/19/83. They lived in Tinley Park, Oak Forest, and New Lenox where they raised three children, Michelle (6/29/83), Michael (12/15/86), and Kirstin (5/19/89). Ellen has four grandchildren, Logan, Blake, Elizabeth, and Arlo. Ellen worked in the healthcare industry for 44 years, as a medical coder for the last 15, and for HonorHealth the last 5. Ellen and Mike moved to Arizona in the summer of 2016. They moved to a retirement community in Sun Lakes where they started planning for their retirement.

Ellen was a follower of Jesus Christ. Her deep faith radiated throughout every encounter and every moment of her life. A woman of conviction and truth. Ellen and her husband Mike could not be separated. Ellen’s unconditional love poured out to all three of her children and four grandchildren, her true treasures. She was the example of selflessness. Some of the activities she enjoyed here on earth included attending kids and grandkids sporting games, garage saling, holding her grandbabies, watching “The Chosen”, playing penny slots with friends, hanging out in the pool with family, and walking the lakes with her Husband. Ellen didn’t just spend time with family, she celebrated every moment with family. Christmas was her favorite holiday and she loved watching her children and grandchildren open gifts. She looked forward to retirement and filling her days with the extra activities the time would allow. Her long lasting bonds with so many shows in the amount of friendships, love, and support that has always backed her. Wherever she goes she makes friends and holds onto those deep friendships for life.

Wife, Mother, Grandmother; her love and humility made a profound imprint on all of our lives. Ellen will be missed until we meet again.

memorial service

Memorial Service and Burial

July 23, 2022

St Jude's Church 241 W 2nd Ave, New Lenox, IL 60451, USA

We will be holding a mass in honor of Ellen at St. Jude proceeded by a burial service at Fairmount Willow Hills Memorial Park. Following services family and friends will gather at The Rueck’s in New Lenox.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Fairmount Willow Hills Memorial Park