HARRY J. "RED" RUFFING
HARRY J. "RED" RUFFING
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Age 79, of Gillette, WY, formerly of Bethel Park, PA, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2010. He was born October 8, 1931, son of the late John and Lillian (Klein) Ruffing of Carrick, PA. Harry retired from the Carpenters Local 230, served in the US Air Force and was a member of The American Legion Post 760. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years Donna Lee Wild Ruffing. Father of Cindy (Dean) Adams of Gillette, WY; Leann (Michael) Koreni of Derry, PA and Glenn (Gwen) Ruffing of Gillette, WY; brother of Don (Irene) Ruffing; also survived by three grandchildren and numerous relatives. He was preceded in death by his brothers Richard and Clifford. Friends and family will be received Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at FREYVOGEL-SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park (opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 a.m. St. Thomas More Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Close to Home Hospice Hospitality House, 300 South Burma Ave., Gillette, WY 82716.
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Ben Tiglio
December 17, 2010
See you on the other side Harry!
Leah and Ronnie DeVandry
December 14, 2010
Glenn
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sorry we won't be able to make it to the funeral home to pay our respects as we now live in Ohio.
Jim McKibben
December 14, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy goes to Aunt Donna and my cousins Cindy, Leann and Glenn. He was a funloving and talented man and always ready to pitch in and help. God bless all of you.
Kathy Ruffing
December 13, 2010
Goodbye, Uncle Harry, as you join your big brother Clifford (another "Red") Ruffing exactly 10 years later. May you both rest in peace. It was always such fun to spend time with you, Uncle Donna, and my cousins. Family meant a lot to you, and you will be greatly missed.
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December 13, 2010
To the Ruffing Family,
I always enjoyed Mr Ruffing coming in to visit me at
CVS Pharmacy. We had good conversations and many laughs. My sincere sympathy to your entire family. There was no-one better "than his girls" as he used to say, and yes he did get to visit Wyoming as he wanted.
Janice Stahl
December 13, 2010
ONE OF OUR FAVORITE PATIENTS/MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
DR.SHOGRY'S OFFICE
Laurie Roessler
December 13, 2010
Uncle Harry was one of my favorite people growing up. I will always remember his mischievous grin and wonderful sense of humor. Visiting him, Aunt Donna, and my cousins was always a favorite! He will be missed by many.
K. J. Wild
December 12, 2010
Who is going to give our Dad a tough time now? What a joy it was to have Uncle Harry in our lives. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all now and in the coming days from your family in Texas.
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