1955
2022
Arthur Lee Ruffin Sr. was born on March 6, 1955 to the late Earnest and Lubertie Ruffin. Arthur was a proud graduate of A.H. Parker high School. He also attended Lawson State Community College. He was an avid sports fan of basketball and football. As a youth he played basketball with the team of A.G. Gaston Boys Club. With his outgoing personality he had many nicknames such as Stretch, Big Man, Big A and Boony which he answered to them all. With his courteous and outgoing disposition he found joy in helping other people. He worked with Allied and United Moving Companies, moving people all across the country. When he retired he worked for Life Care where he enjoyed transporting/assisting people. He had a loud hearty laugh as he would jokingly make smart remarks. Arthur was a loyal man who loved the Lord and later confessed Christ into in his life. He leaves to cherish his memories through his mother Lubertie Ruffin and sister Melinda Ruffin, also the mother of his children, Debra A. Ruffin. His loving children Arthur L. (LaShaunda) Ruffin Jr, Aundre L. Ruffin, Tomeka L. Ruffin, Delana(Jalil)Ruffin-Thompson, Damon(Latoshia)Steen, Alfred(Latonya) Freeman. He has 18 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Meka Ruffin
May 30, 2024
Dad, 2 years later and it seems like yesterday I’m missing you really bad today Love you
Arthur Ruffin Jr.
September 12, 2023
It´s been a little over a year now and it doesn´t feel real...To google your name and to see it with an obituary attached to it is heartbreaking and humbling..I miss your voice soooo much! I cherish the time I had you here and will forever make our name Rich in Love,Compassion, Wisdom, Strength, and Courage! Gone but never forgotten,
Love you Pops!
Anthony Chisolm
June 2, 2022
Booby time came at when no one expected it,no one knows the hour when we are called but we have to answer. Rest my friend,RIP.
Alfreda
May 30, 2022
Praying God’s supernatural comfort and strength for the Ruffin Family. The Freeman Family will truly miss Arthur’s presence at our family gatherings, the weekly visits, the support and assistance with the care of our Mom, the constant phone calls and many jokes. Rest knowing that we will continue to love and support Alfred and his family. We’re forever grateful for the time that Jesus allowed us to share together.
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David E Escott
May 30, 2022
Rest in peace Big A God bless, you were always a great friend to me
And you will be missed.
God bless your family.
DeVera Goodwin
May 30, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Goodwin family will continue to keep you in our prayers
Wilhelmina & James Myles
May 30, 2022
Praying for God's grace and mercy for Mrs. Lubertie & Melinda Ruffin. Love You, Mrs. Wilhelmina Myles & Family.
Annie Brown
May 30, 2022
Gone to soon! Words are not adequate enough to express the love the Freeman and Brown Family have for Arthur. Arthur was truly a phenomenal man. I, Ann Brown knew Arthur as the daddy of my nephew, as a student at Lawson State Community College, as the young man that delivered my office supplies from Church & Stag. Arthur, was a young man I truly esteemed highly. We are truly going to miss you our buddy from attending the family gatherings, your constant visitations, your big smile. Gone but never forgotten. It is my prayer that God above will strengthen and comfort your loving family during this ordeal. Rest In Peace my Beloved Brother in Christ. Mrs. Ann L. Brown, Spokes Person for Freeman & Brown Family.
Tomeka Ruffin
May 29, 2022
Dad I’m really going to miss you
Love your baby girl Tomeka
VERONICA BUCHANNON
May 29, 2022
I pray the Blessings of God, The peace of God that passes all understanding, and that peace will keep your heart and your mind strong I pray comfort and the Joy of the Lord which will give you strength And his strength will be made perfect in you..
Blessing and Love❤
Janice Travick
May 29, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sharon & William Cain (Parker High)
May 28, 2022
Sincere condolences to Mr. Ruffin's family & friends. Peace.
William Cain
May 28, 2022
To God be the glory I'm going to miss you my friend peace be unto you and your family man a dear friend who I shared a lot of things with church being number one gone but you'll never be forgotten man with that loud laugh
Render Copeland
May 27, 2022
Actually “Stretch” , I’m lost for words right now . I’m happy we talked almost daily in April and early May . We have a lifetime of memories from kids to adults . One of my fondest memories was when we played baseball for the Boys Club and you would stretch to shorten my throw from shortstop and Cedric hollering “Go Stretch” , so we started calling you “Big Stretch” , plus you were “Big” . “Boobie” , I’ll see you again on the “Night Shift”
Render &Clara Copeland
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