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for Michael Ruff
Gina Chavis
April 14, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always big cousin.
mark crawford
May 13, 2013
April 23, 2012 - May 13, 2013
Glory be to GOD, With the going home of Michael Ruff, A candle will all ways shine in memory of the Joy you gave to me. I will never for get our times , My Brother, My Friend, My Bass Player " WE FUNK " Forever . My deepest Condolences to The Family and love ones. Mark and Sheila / Crawford ~ Mark Crawford,
Danea Thomas
November 9, 2012
Mike was a very special friend of mine. I am just learning of his passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I visited many times and saw how much pain he endured yet he was an incredible person. I will miss him very much but he is no longer in pain
Rita Lacey
May 1, 2012
MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY
MAY HE REST IN PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THESE TIMES I WILL NEVER FORGET HIS BIG SMILE NOW HE IS WHERE THERE IS TOTAL HEALING NOW HE IS IN GODS BAND SMILING AND PLAYING FOR THE LORD
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Mark - Green Lawn Cemetery
April 29, 2012
Love is stronger than death even though
It can't stop death from happening,
But no matter how hard death tries it can't separate people from love.
It can't take away our memories either.
In the end, life is stronger than death.
- Unknown
April 25, 2012
To my cousin Michael, rest in peace. I'm sure you will be missed.
Barbara(Haigler) White
April 25, 2012
To the Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike will surely be missed. I knew him from East High and the U S Postal Service.
LV, Tonya, Aaron & Ashley Jones
April 25, 2012
Words can never express our sincere sympathy in the passing of Michael. He ws a great brother-in-law and uncle. We will miss his smile, his love for playing his guitar and his love for life. He enjoyed fishng with LV and everytime LV casts out his lure he will think of Michael. His love for the "Browns" and how he enjoyed seeing Parliament/Funkadelic. He is now wrapped in God's arms because he always takes he best. Michael was very courageous and he has now won the race. Sincere condolences to the family.
April 25, 2012
My heart going out to you Tommy & Debbie, there are no words to say, just know you are in prayers.
Deborah (Debbie Brown) Parks
Gretchen & David Shivers
April 25, 2012
To the Family of Michael Ruff,
May you know that he is resting sound in the hands of the Lord. We pray you will be comforted and consoled during this time through your faith in God.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Jocelyn McDonald
April 25, 2012
My condolences to the family
Lloyd and Vi. Dillard
April 25, 2012
Debra, we love you and you have our prayers, We are praying with you.May God bless the whole family.
Andrea Pannell
April 25, 2012
My prayers are with all of the family of Michael Ruff. To my wonderful friend and sister Ms Debra I love you and may the love and peace of Christ be with.
Rhonda Dingess
April 25, 2012
I pray strength to the family. God Bless You and know that God never puts more on us than we can bare. No more pain, no more suffering.
Patrice Muller
April 25, 2012
My sincere condolence goes out to the family. May the peace of God continue to be with you. You are in my prayers.
Peggy Slaughter
April 25, 2012
To Debbie,
Condolences to you and your family.
Praying for your peace, healing, and comfort.
Gina,KaSaundra,Kierra,Kiran,Ricky Chavis
April 24, 2012
We are praying for you.
Karen Scaes
April 24, 2012
To the Ruff Family:
So sorry to hear of the loss of Michael Ruff.
May your memories of Michael bring you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Camille Doughty-Banner
April 24, 2012
Sincere condolences and continued prayers to Debra, Tommie and the Ruff family. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal." From the Clark, Doughty and Hampton families.
Tina, Keith, Kevin Ross
April 24, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.
Gregory & Carolyn Napier
April 23, 2012
We send our heartfelt prayers for the strength of the family during this period of loss. We know that God is Soveriegn and He makes no mistakes. His Word states that He has left a comforter. He will keep thee in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Him. Mike will be remembered fondly,
April 23, 2012
The Draughon family send condolence to the Michael Ruff Family. We are praying for you.
Jerome Tucker
April 23, 2012
My sincere condolences go out to the family for their lost, Michael was a good friend and fellow postal worker, may he rest in peace....
Terri Kahler
April 23, 2012
My prayers go out to you, Mike was on of the truely great men. I enjoyed the years I worked with him and was always greeted with a smile. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Gladys Stewart
April 23, 2012
Debra,Tommie and the rest of the Ruff family.
I was shocked and sadden to pick up the paper this morning and see Michaels name there.
My friendship with the family goes back to your mom and dad. I have many pleasant memories
of church functions and songs.
my prayers are with you
Marvin Miller Jr
April 23, 2012
Aunt Debbie. May the God of peace & comfort be with you during your loss. You are loved & in my thoughts
Lisa Patterson-Hayes
April 23, 2012
Praying for you Debbie and family.
Debbie Bowers
April 23, 2012
My night always got shorter when I saw Michael. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. Heaven has received another angel. May you rest in peace my friend.
Wayne & Wan Lee
April 23, 2012
Know that we are praying for you during this trial. We love you and remember God is still in control
Thommy Adams
April 23, 2012
I wish to extend my most sincere condolances to Debbie and the Ruff family in the passing of my old Eastwood Elementary school classmate, Michael. Praying that the peace of God comfort you during this hour of bereavement.
Jennifer Gibbs
April 23, 2012
A wish for hope, comfort and strength from the love and support that surround Michael's family now. With deepest sympathy.
Larry Copeland
April 23, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Carlla Banner
April 23, 2012
Debbie my prayers are with you and your family at this time of bereavement. May God show himself mighty in your lives. Carlla and Rick Banner
April 23, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Mike.. he was a good post office friend and fellow "Dawg Pound Friend". he will be missed. Rest in Peace Brother.....jc
April 23, 2012
Debbie,
My prayers to you and your family in the passing of your beloved brother Michael.
Jackie Frazier-Johnson (Columbus, Ohio)
Chester Truss
April 23, 2012
God bless you Michael and your family. Chester and Shirley
Steven & Paula Piper
April 23, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Valerie Turner-Johnson
April 23, 2012
Dear Tommy and Debbie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of Michael. Trust in the Lord with all your heart... and He will give you the peace that passes all understanding during this difficult time.
Wanda Hairston
April 23, 2012
Family you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Michael. May the Lord's blessings keep you strong and loving each other in this most difficult time. The Lord's hand streches long and wide and just as his hands took Michael home, the Lord hands will protect, hold, and guide you to a place of healing. Hold on to his powerful hand. May God's peace and mercy forever be with Michael and your family.
Charles & Emma Easton
April 23, 2012
Debra, Please accept our deepest condolences. Our prayers are with you and the family.
Karla Mattox
April 23, 2012
Praying for the family during this difficult time
Donna Tussey
April 23, 2012
Mike was a very nice gentleman with an ever present smile....you fought a long hard battle my friend....it was a pleasure working with you at the Post Office...R.I.P.....My sympathy to the family
Yvonne (Biddy) Robertson
April 23, 2012
Tommie, and the entire Ruff family. Let God be your rock during this difficult time. And may his Grace and Mercy sustain you today and in the days to come. God Bless
April 23, 2012
Such a wonderful Man..You will be Missed Mike...R.I.P..... Thaxsia (Wanda) Kenley (Reynoldsburg,Ohio)
April 23, 2012
Debra, you and your family are in my prayers. So sorry to hear about Michael.
Lillian Jackson (Columbus, OH)
Trent Clark
April 23, 2012
To the Family of Michael Ruff:
You are in my Prayers. May God give you Strength and Peace. Michael was a friend and co-worker at the Postal Service.
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-Trent
Karen McDaniel
April 23, 2012
My prayers go out to Debbie Ruff and family in the recent loss of your beloved loved one, Michael. You are in my prayers Debbie. Praying your strength in our Lord Jesus!
Rika Fanning
April 23, 2012
My prayer's are truly with you & your family. Sincerely, Pastor Rika/Touched by God's Love Mins.
Joe Jankowski
April 23, 2012
To the Ruff family, please accept my condolences. Mike was my softball teammate for 10 years, and one of the nicest guys I knew. I used to get a kick out of hearing him say he couldn't wait to go home and fix a pot of chili mac.
James (Beanie) Bynum
April 23, 2012
I want to send my condolence's to the Ruff family. I went to Champion with Mike, boy did we have fun, what a great guy. A million dollar smile and a lot of heart. Man time is flying. RIP little bro!!!!!!!!!!
Dwight Austin
April 23, 2012
We grew up next door, went to elementary school together and we remain friends. I will always remember the goods days. May God bless your family...
lewis morgan
April 23, 2012
R.I.P. Mike.
Mark Crawford
April 23, 2012
Glory be to GOD, With the going home of Michael Ruff, A candle will all ways shine in memory of the Joy you gave to me. I will never for get our times , My Brother, My Friend, My Bass Player " WE FUNK " Forever . My deepest Condolences to The Family and love ones. Mark and Sheila / Crawford
April 23, 2012
I wanted to talk to you one more time and say goodbye, but God had another plan. I know you were tired, so sleep on my baby brother. You were so courageous even though I know you didn't think so. Say hi to mom & dad for me and next time I see you I will sing a song (like you wanted me to do). I will always love you ~
Dennis Harper
April 22, 2012
Rest in peace Mike. You are now in Paradise forever!
Donna Shepherd
April 22, 2012
Debra,Tommie & Family; May the Lord comfort each of you during this time of sorrow.
Christopher Ross
April 22, 2012
Rest in peace "Mushy-do." Your friends miss you.
Damon Russell
April 22, 2012
Rest in paradise Bro. Mike...
Michael Hogan
April 22, 2012
RIP Mike. We should all be as courageous as you. I am thankful for the years we worked together, and all the times we discussed sports. My prayers are with the family and friends.
Denise Mitchell
April 22, 2012
Rest in peace Mike
crystal valentine gould
April 21, 2012
My prayers are with the family in your time of loss Michael and I are the same age as we grew up together,across the street from one another, I will always remember him.
Daniel Scott
April 21, 2012
Our sincere condolences goe's out to the Ruff Family. My Brother Mike compassion and goodness will be entrenched in our Hearts Forever and He will never be forgotten. My Partner, My Friend rest in Glory forever more! Daniel & Linda (Scotty) Scott
Celeste Sanders
April 21, 2012
Thinking of you during this difficult time stay encouraged, God will bring you thru the RUFFstuff love you bunches.
Tim and Nudie Mossburg
April 21, 2012
There is a link death cannot sever, Love and Remembrance last forever. Love you Mike!
Ron Lee Waugh
April 21, 2012
Rest in Peace my Brother...
ETHEL (JONES) EDWARD & FAMILY
April 21, 2012
APRIL 21, 2012
TO: TOMMIE,DEBRA, LOIS & FAMILY:
MY HEART IS HEAVY AT THIS TIME IN THE LOSS OF OUR LOVED ONE. MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH TO CARRY ON IN HIS MEMORY.
GOD HAS CHOSEN ANOTHER FLOWER FOR HIS GARDEN, HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED. HE ALWAYS GREETED YOU WITH HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU!
KEEP HIS MEMORIES IN YOUR HEARTS FOREVER! EARTH HATH NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL!
William Packer
April 21, 2012
To Debra and the family, May the peace that God only can give be with you during this time of loss.
Julian and Carol (Atkinson) Goode
April 21, 2012
To the family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of our friend, Michael. We remember the good times at Eastwood Elementary, Champion JHS and East High. May he rest in peace.
Stan & Deb Wood
April 20, 2012
We are offering you, Deb & Tommie, our deepest sympathy in the passing of Michael. We love you and will continue to pray for you!
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