Eleanor Rose (Mauro) Rusler
April 22, 1930 ~ March 24, 2023
Born in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Eleanor Rose (Mauro) Rusler, 92.
April 22, 1930 ~ March 24, 2023
Sweet, loving, thoughtful, generous, understanding, happy and fiercely loyal are some of the qualities that defined Eleanor. These qualities gave her the unique gift of making everyone around her feel special and loved.
Born to Henry and Rose Mauro, she grew up on a farm in Vineland owned by her Italian immigrant grandparents Pasquale and Carmella Mauro. On the farm, she worked harvesting, cleaning, and preparing vegetables for delivery. Through this, her parents taught her honesty, generosity, and how to work hard; traits she carried with her the rest of her life.
Growing up, Eleanor loved to read and play the piano. In 1948, she graduated from Lakeside-Vineland High School. On April 15, 1950, Eleanor married the love of her life, “Billy” Rusler. Their relationship began with a kiss on the bus after a basketball game. Over the years, she treasured her time spent traveling with him. At the time of Bill’s passing, they had been blessed with 70 beautiful years of marriage.
As a partner in the family business, Eleanor was key to its success because of her ability to nurture relationships with employees, their families and customers alike.
Eleanor was a lifelong active member of St. Theresa Church in Vineland as well as an associate member of St. Mary Corwin’s Auxiliary. She volunteered frequently and dedicated her life to doing for and giving to others.
She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and her parents-in-law Paul and Sara Rusler. She is survived by her children Bill (Carol), Tom (Lynn), Bob (Maryann), Brian (Rhonda) Rusler, Roseann (Sean) Foster, sister Marilou (Joe) Pisciotta, 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren (with two more on the way), one great great-granddaughter, as well as many special nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and her faithful feline companion, Primrose.
The family gives very special thanks to Eleanor’s patient and loving caretakers over the years, in addition to her hospice nurse Amy Rose, Dr. Michelle Kowalis, Dr. Roger Davis, Mary Jean Mauro, Donnie Mauro and the members of Vineland United Methodist Church.
Visitation, 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 29th, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. Funeral Mass, 2 p.m. Thursday, March 30th, at St. Joseph’s Church followed by a graveside service at Roselawn Cemetery. At the reception following the graveside service, guests will have the opportunity to share stories about Eleanor. Those who wish to do so may make donations to the Eleanor Rose Nursing Scholarship through the funeral home which will go towards furthering her caretakers nursing education or to the charity of their choice. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com
Services
Visitation: March 29, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com
Funeral Mass: March 30, 2023 2:00 pm
St. Joseph Church, Pueblo
1145 S. Aspen Road
Pueblo, CO 81501
719-542-1552
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Our family was so privileged to know and share special moments with Eleanor over the years. She brought such joy and light to every relationship, and loved those grandbabies, and great-grandbabies so very much. She would show us the trees planted for each one of them. Much like the trees, she and Bill provided strong roots for their very large & expanding family. Sending prayers.
My deepest condolences to the Rusler family. I always thought of your mama as a very classy lady. She always treated our family with the utmost respect. May our Lord bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May her legacy live on through each of you.
Auntie E was always my soft spot to land. Loved you very much, Aunte E. The memories are filled with much love, joy and kindness. Many bessings to our Colorado Cousins. Love to all. Mark, Judy & Alyse
To the Rusler family: So sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful woman, always gracious and friendly. I have very fond memories of her and your father.
It was an honor to have been one of this beautiful lady’s caregiver ,Thank you for sharing her with us. My prayers are with you all.
Dear Tom and family,
Many times your lovely mother would come to the barber shop with Bill. She was always so gracious and pleasant, with a huge, warm smile for everyone. The love and devotion your parents had for each other was obvious, something we should all be so lucky to experience. I know life has been a struggle for her for the last several years, but now she’s free, reunited with her dear Bill. God bless you all.
Anita Jagunich (Verle’s)
Roseanne and family,
Heartfelt sympathy to your whole family. My prayers are with you.
Rose Vest
Vineland UMC
To my dear cousin, Eleanor, you always brought us sunshine, laughter, and love.
You are always in my heart.
Carol Krasovec
Our thoughts and prayers to the Rusler Family, Eleanor was a very special person to me and my family. She was one of the nicest most caring person I have ever met. She will always be remembered and loved.
God bless
Condolences to Billy, Tom and siblings.
I have known Eleanor for 73 years, and to me, she defines the true meaning of friend. I often think of our lives when we were young, and the things we did together with our guys. I will remember her as my dear friend as she has been and always will be. With deepest sympathy to all the family.
Heartfelt condolences are extended to the Rusler family. Eleanor was a lovely person. May she rest in peace.
Lucille Corsentino
My deepest condolences to the entire Rusler family. You mother was beautiful person full of grace, kindness and love. Very special person. God bless you all