Mary Elizabeth Ruklick Obituary
We bid farewell to Mary Elizabeth Ruklick of Springfield, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 18, 2026 at the age of 88. Mary Elizabeth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Grant Benjamin and Elizabeth Benjamin (Myers); her stepmother Ruth West Benjamin; her son John Ruklick; and her sister Gail Benjamin.
She is survived by: her sons, Grant Ruklick of Chicago and Charles Ruklick of Northbrook; her daughter-in-law Marilyn Ruklick; her granddaughters, Grace Vogt (Blaise) of Deerfield and Lily Ruklick of Chicago; and her great grandchildren, Jonathan and Elsie Ann Vogt.
Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Protective League or Make-A-Wish.
