September 24, 1943 – July 29, 2025
Peacefully at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Tuesday July 29, 2025 in his 82nd year. Loving husband of 61 years to Janet (Hoover) Rutka. Dear father of Jeffrey, and Jeremy. Grandfather of Noah, Christy, and Emma. Brother of Shirley (Bob), and the late Sophie (Bill), Alex (Janet), George (Jean), and Vera (Bill). Brother-in-law to Dale (Joanne), Charlie (deceased) (Marg), and the late Dorothy, John (Wilma), Ruth (Alvin), Nancy (George), and Blake (Edna). Also survived by many nieces and nephews, and dear friend Bevey. Nick raised his family in Tapleytown, Ontario, on an acre lot which was part of the original Rutka homestead where they lived for 33 years, the sight of the infamous hayrides and pig roasts. He spent his entire 35 year career at Stelco, and then retired and moved to Jarvis, Ontario to be closer to Janet’s family, where Nick continued to work as everyone’s favourite umpire in several baseball leagues. His ability to be loud came in handy. He also loved to fish and travel and spend time with family and friends. The Rutka home was always a welcoming space for walk-ins as they were Block Parents, and many family and friends lived/stayed there throughout the years. Thanks to Careylinski for this loving memory. He was happy to help anyone in need, and dedicated his life to volunteering where he spent countless hours with Senior Support Services, REACH, and Child and Family Services of Grand Erie. The family will honour his life with visitation at Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main St., S., Hagersville on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday August 6, 2025 at 11 a.m. Cremation to follow. Donations to, Senior Support Services, Child and Family Services of Grand Erie, or the charity of your choice are appreciated. www.rhbanderson.com
