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Barney was one of a kind. A gentle giant and gave so much to the community. He will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy to you Barb, jack and family!
Suzanne Mccolloch
July 27, 2022


Lake Mills, Iowa
Sep 2, 1949 – Jul 18, 2022
Byron Douglas "Barney" Ruiter
July 18, 2022
FOREST CITY-Byron Douglas "Barney" Ruiter, 72 of Forest City, IA, and currently serving as Mayor, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2022, at MercyOne Medical Center North Iowa in Mason City, Iowa.
A Memorial Mass...
Read MoreBarney was one of a kind. A gentle giant and gave so much to the community. He will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy to you Barb, jack and family!
Suzanne Mccolloch
July 27, 2022
I am one of your son Charlie ruiters classmates , my memories of Barney, mayor was good he did a lot to serve our community many years and was always smiling may his many years of service live on forever he invisioned many updates thank u barb and family for a truly amazing man, may God be with u always
Jeremy korte
July 19, 2022 | Friend
I am terribly sorry to hear this. Please accept my condolences. Barney has been one of the great people!
Vince Beach
July 18, 2022