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Ronald Ruiz Obituary
Ronald was born on September 12, 1948, in New Orleans. Louisiana. He grew up in Metairie, Louisiana, later moving to Memphis, Tennessee in 1993 with his wife. He graduated from Delgado Community College in 1966, majoring in multiple trades. Ronald was a perfectionist and chef extraordinaire.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Thomas Ruiz, mother Rose Marie Bienvenu Ruiz, brother Milton Ruiz, and his beloved canine children, Frankie, Lillee, Pepsi, Scooter, and Ziggy.
Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Gail Neff Ruiz; his sons, Ronald, Jerry, and Tommie Ruiz (Cheryl); steps-sons, James (Rachel), Gregg (Rebekah), Jason (Dana) Garofalo; sister Joan R. Eldridge (John); brothers, Stephen and Bryan Ruiz; grandchildren, Kadie, Madison, Zach, Melanie, Allison, Grady, Cole, Mia, Penny, Barrett, Serafina, Sloane, Sofia, Charlie, and a host of nieces and nephews. Ronald is also survived by his furbabies, Izzy and Sammy.
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George and Donna Abbott
December 14, 2023
We remember Ron who did work for us many years ago. He was outstanding in his trade. Our condolences to his family. So sorry for his passing.
Gayle May
December 13, 2023
I am so sorry Ron was a wonderful person and y´all are a beautiful couple and beautiful people. He would give the shirt off his back to anyone that needed it and he was a fabulous raging Cajun cook. Also we love you very much. I think about you often. I´m so very sorry. Love you, Gayle and Mike.
Jeanne Schackai
December 13, 2023
So very sorry to my childhood friends on the loss of their dad. Prayers for them, their families and his wife, Gail during this sad time.
Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
December 13, 2023
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