Maria Gioietta Ruvolo

Maria Gioietta Ruvolo. August 18, 1946 – November 12, 2026. Maria Gioietta Ruvolo was born on August 18, 1946, in Chieti, Italy. At just five years old, she immigrated to America with her mother and younger brother, Carmine, to reunite with her father, Cesare. Though America became her home, she carried her Italian roots and heritage in her heart throughout her life. Maria was the devoted wife of Julio Ruvolo, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage, and loving mother to two sons, Julio (Marilena) and Giancarlo (Lina). Her greatest joy was being a homemaker and raising her children, turning a house into a home filled with warmth, love, and family. Although she worked as a dental assistant throughout the years, her heart was always in her home. She loved cooking, gathering her family around the table, solving crossword puzzles, and learning about history, especially American history. Her greatest pride was her seven grandchildren: Giovanna, Julio, Sofia, Olivia, Marina, Michaela (and her fiancé, Gator), and Nadia, who will forever carry her love and memories in their hearts. Maria was a loving sister to her late brother Carmine (the late Elizabeth and Ruth), Annarita (the late Frank), Joann (Giancarlo), Dino (Diana), and Loredana (the late Donald) and survived by many loving nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Cesare and Dora; her parents-in-law, Anthony and Concetta; and her cherished great-niece, Francesca. Above all, Maria made a declaration of faith in Jesus Christ, trusting Him as her Lord and Savior and embracing the promise of redemption through Him. Her family finds comfort in knowing that she has entered into the presence and glory of God, where there is no more pain or suffering, only everlasting peace. Maria’s greatest legacy is the family she loved, the home she created, and the faith that gives us hope beyond this life. She will be deeply missed and forever loved. Visitation Sunday 3-8pm. Funeral Monday 10:30am at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons (Shelby Twp) 54880 Van Dyke @ 25 Mile Rd. Interment Great Lakes National Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guest Book" @ WujekCalcaterra.com

Maria Gioietta Ruvolo

August 18, 1946 - November 12, 2026