Ben Wiley Ruscoe

A decorated combat veteran, Ben also had a long and distinguished career in the Mississippi National Guard where he served as a trainer and mentor to many, many young men. I was privileged to serve with him and honored to know him. The world is a lesser place without him in it. My sincere condolences to the family. Please know that you are in our prayers.

Mollie, I am sorry to learn of your father's death. I just read his obituary. What an outstanding man he was!!As you grieve his death, Celebrate his long life dedicated to God's Children. Floyd H. McIntyre

I knew/know all the Ruscoes, a wonderful family. I am so very sorry for his loss. He will be missed.

Betty, please accept Dave'sand my condolences on Ben's death. We did so enjoy the times we spent at your house and Alba's during our visits to Mississippi, and the times we ate Mexican food together. We have missed seeing you. Please know you are in our hearts at this very sad time. Sorry we cannot be there with you. Love, Sue (Susan Porter) Hankins and Dave. Deer Park, Texas

Ben Wiley Ruscoe was my cousin on the Wall side of the family. He was in Europe fighting in the Second World War when I was born. Despite the difference in our ages, I enjoyed all of the times we got together. Ben loved his Wife Betty, his children, his extended family, but the young people he taught and coached, and the children at Washington School had a special place in his heart. Ben, I will miss you greatly, but I am pleased to have known you. Hugh Stanford Porter

Ben was a friend and a wonderful person.
He was an asset to mankind and he will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Farewell Brother Ruscoe
T.J.Catchings Lodge #394