Barbara A. Rubitski

Our Lord has called home one of his true angels. Barbara A. Rubitski, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, November 12. She was predeceased by her parents, Stanley and Anna Bochniak, a son Joseph Jr., her loving husband of 60 years, Joseph A. Rubitski; brother Thomas Bochniak; in-laws, Anthony and Bertha Rubitski, sisters in-law Leona and Mary Jones; brothers-in-law Andrew Danilack and Michael Rubitski. Barbara is survived by her 2 sons Mark (Michelle) and Michael Rubitski; sister Lilian Danilack, Wilkes-Barre, Pa; grandson Justin and granddaughter Rachel Rubitski; sister- in- law Marilyn Getman and several nieces and nephews.

Barbara's most important calling was being a wonderful wife, mother and homemaker. She was very involved in raising her sons as a Scout Den mother, PTA member, and cheerleader at every sporting event in which they played. Supper was always ready when her family returned from school.

After her sons left the nest, she worked as a cashier, and various office jobs through Kelly Girls including several years at NYSEG. She was a proud life-time member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 1645, Binghamton. Her service at the Legion included preparing breakfast for the World Youth Baseball Tournaments, various luncheons and dinners for wedding receptions and parties, including all the decorations, gift baskets for the Veterans Home calling Bingo for over 20 years and many other functions.

She loved polka dancing, was a member of the Bill Flynn polka fan club, and traveled with her husband to many polka dances at Hunter Mountain, Atlantic City, and many other places. She vacationed with her husband and special friends to Cancun and many other places including cruises. She loved playing the slots at casinos with her dear friends Pat Gulbin, Sandy Slater, and many others. She especially loved going to Mohegan Sun, Poconos where she would join her dear sister Lilian.

She dearly loved her grandchildren and loved nothing more than spending time with them through visits and dinners.

Barbara was a friendly and wonderful neighbor to all. Special thanks to neighbors Sandy and Don who were truly wonderful to Barbara.

She was a member of St. Catherines and later St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Binghamton. She will always be remembered as a most caring, thoughtful, and loving wife, mother, and friend to those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Calling hours will be at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St., Port Dickinson on Friday, November 19, from 5:00-8:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, November 20, 10:00am, at St. Patrick’s Church, 9 Leroy St., Binghamton, followed by burial in Vestal Hills Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Orphanage Nakuru, c/o Fr. Fredrick M. Kooro, 406 Spencer St., Canastota, NY 13032.