Joseph R. Rucinski, age 88, of North Wales, passed away on Friday September 6, 2024, at Jefferson University Hospital while surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane (nee Czajkowski) Rucinski.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph Rucinski and Hattie Rucinski.

He served his country honorably in the United States Army.

Joseph worked at Merck Sharp & Dome until his retirement.

Joseph loved to fish, go target shooting, garden, and was an avid reader.

In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his 3 loving children, Amber, Joe and his wife Lana, and Eric. Joseph has 3 Grandchildren, Ashley, Nicholas, and Alexis and a great grandson, Christopher.

Relatives and Friends are invited to attend his viewing on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 10:50 AM at the Simcox-McIlvaine Funeral Home, 532 E. Main St., Lansdale, PA 19446, which will be followed by a service at 11:00 AM.  Interment private.