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George Ruzicka Obituary
1942 - 2020
George Herman Ruzicka, age 78, of Reynoldsburg passed away on June 8, 2020 at Mount Carmel East Hospital. George was born February 10, 1942 to the late George and Annabelle (Mertz) Ruzicka in Columbus. He is a retired manager from AT&T. He served in the Army in Vietnam, but his biggest battle was fighting Parkinson's disease. His pastimes included fishing and watching sports on TV. He also was a Red Jacket Usher for several years at the Ohio State football games. George is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Rhoda Ruzicka; sons, Matthew (Kristen) Ruzicka, Blair (Caroline) Ruzicka; grandsons, Davis and Gavin Ruzicka along with two special nieces, Nancy Isom and Karen (Tim) Colvin and many nieces & nephews. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by brother-in-law, Charles Crain. A visitation will be held on MONDAY, June 15, 2020 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at the PFEIFER FUNERAL HOME. A graveside service with honors will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery with Fr. David Young officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George's memory to the Mid-Ohio food bank or Faith Mission. Online condolences available at www.pfeiferfuneral.com.
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Brenda Carpenter
June 17, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with George's family. George was my boss and my friend. He will be missed.
Sandy Altizer
June 14, 2020
Rest in peace, George. I hope the fishing's good on the other side!
Joyce Ervin
June 12, 2020
May peace be with you my friend.
Pat Eyer
June 12, 2020
George and I worked on OSP Division Staff together. Thinking of your family.
Jo Ann Heakin
June 11, 2020
Your family is in my prayers. George and I worked together several times. Just a good person!
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