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1955

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2022

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Arthur Ruffin, Sr. Obituary

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.

Published by Smith & Gaston Funeral Services, Inc. - Birmingham on May 27, 2022.

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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.

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
#BoysClub4Life

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