Dane H. Ruzicka, 74, of Spencer, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2015, in Southbridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. Dane is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Emilia A. (Costa) Ruzicka; two daughters, Norma Jean Palermo and her husband Vincent of Leominster, and Michelle L. Ward and her husband Joseph of Spencer; a brother, William J. Ruzicka and his wife Barbara of Worcester; three grandchildren, Dane Ward, Travis and Daphne Palermo; several nieces, nephews, and cousins in Oklahoma. His daughter, Daphne A. Ruzicka, pre-deceased him in 1985. Dane's family would like to thank all of the staff at Southbridge Rehab for their kindness, compassion, and great care of Dane during his stay there Calling Hours for Dane will be held on Friday, November 13, from 4 to 6 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester, with a Memorial Service at the close of calling hours at 6 p.m.