Bruce Ruszczyk, 78

• Added: 10-14-2026
• Died: Jan 27th, 2020

• Hometown: Schenectady NY
• Occupation: Police Officer (ret)

About Bruce: Bruce was a great guy and a dedicated police officer who had a heart of gold. He is missed. more... less...

Obituary or Eulogy: Albany-Bruce S. Ruszczyk, 78, entered Eternal Life Monday, January 27, 2020 at home. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Stanley and Julia De Carlo Ruszczyk. Bruce retired from the Albany Police Department after 25 years of honored service. He also had worked for the Palace Theater in Albany. Bruce was the proud founder of the Blue Knights, which was partially born out of his love of motorcycles. He was the dear father of Ashley Ruszczyk; beloved grandfather of Kiley Salvi; longtime friend of Ann Dumont and Ed Pepicelli; former husband of Theresa Ruszczyk. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bruce’s family Thursday, January 30, 2020 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208n North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206 Funeral services Friday, January 31, 2020 at 8:15 am at McVeigh Funeral Home, Albany, NY thence to All Saints Catholic Church, Albany, NY at 9:00 am where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will be held at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie, NY immediately following the Funeral Mass. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com more... less...