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David Ruot Obituary
RUOT, David E. David E. Ruot, age 58 of Plainville, passed away on Monday (October 9, 2006) in his home after a long illness. Born in Torrington, the son of Eleanor Ruot and the late Edmond Ruot, he had been a Plainville resident for the last seven years. David was employed in the home improvement and hardware business all of his life, most recently working for the Lowe's home improvement retail stores. He was an avid drummer and active participant in various Drum Corps for many years; dating back to the 1960's with the Connecticut Hurricanes then later the Connecticut Alumni and most recently Park City Pride. Survivors include his mother, Eleanor Ruot of Fairfield; two children, Brian Ruot and his wife, Jennifer of Plainville and Melissa W. Ruot of New Britain; two brothers, Richard Ruot and his wife Barbara of Monroe and Alan Ruot and his wife Brenda of Colorado; four grandchildren, Morgan Tetrault, Rileigh Ruot, Joelle Gingras, and Tyler Gingras; a nephew, Ernest Ruot and his wife Lisa of Newtown; and a niece, Barbara Grasso and her husband Jeff of Newtown and many other beloved family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 14 at 1 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield with the Rev. Paul Merry officiating. Friends may greet the family on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers contribution in David's memory may be made to the St. Francis Care Regional Cancer Center, 114 Woodland Street, Hartford, CT 06105. To offer an online condolence please visit www.spearmillerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for David Ruot
Dolores Spragg
March 10, 2007
I've just heard what happened to Dave, and I am so very sorry and send my condolences to his family. I worked with Dave at lowe's and he was such a great man, and always had a funny joke to tell. In the couple years I knew him he changed my life for the better, he was just one of the sweetest people I have ever met, and will never be forgotten!!
Richard Merry
October 26, 2006
Dear Melissa and Brian,
We have such fond memories of your father. He was always the life of the party. When we gather together we will raise a glass in his honor and reminisce about the good times we spent with such a special friend. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Keep in touch...
Richard and Lucille Merry
Leo Lohrman
October 17, 2006
Dick & Barbara, October 17, 2006
Vicky and I send our deepest sympathy on David's passing.We are keeping David,You and your family in our prayers. The services on Saturday and the expressions offered and the service conducted were beautiful. Our Love to you both and the entire family. Leo & Vicky
Greg & Jackie Mills
October 16, 2006
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
(Friends of Richard & Barbara)
Andrea Tosto
October 14, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Brian and your family. Your dad was a wonderful man and he will stay with all of us in our memories and the stories Morgan shares about his Grandpa Dave.
Joanne and Louis Morah-Chambers
October 13, 2006
Melissa, Words cannot express what I am feeling for you at this time of your sorrow. Knowing how you loved and cherished your father. When you watch the Red Socks he will be there with you in spirit. When you rehab a room he will be there with you in spirit. His memories will never go away. As the days go by so will the hurt. You will be in my prayers and thoughts. If there is anything I can do fell free to let me know.
Barbara Beattie
October 13, 2006
To the Ruot family, David will always be in my heart as he will in yours. He was truly a man who cared deeply for his family and friends. He will be missed and remembered with love.
Katherine Merry
October 13, 2006
Brian and Melissa -
We didn't see him too often, but when we did he always made us laugh. Stories of his practical jokes are legend...we've heard them so many times we feel like we were there. Nobody has ever been able to make our parents, Rich and Lou, laugh as much as your dad did.
We will truly miss him - and his sense of humor - but will continue to tell his stories over and over. Our deepest and most sincere sympathies go out to you and your family.
- Meg, Kate, Richie and Liz Merry
Bruce and Linda and Sons Reilly-Blue
October 13, 2006
Dear Ruot Family, As friends for almost thirty years, we share in your loss. At times like these it is hard to believe that the pain will ever lessen, but with the passing of time it gets easier. We pray that your memories will bring you comfort. There is no doubt that David loved you all very much.
Jim Crowley
October 13, 2006
To the Ruot family,
My deepest condolences and sympathies. Dave and I drummed together in the Hurc's and later in the Alumni. He will be missed by all. May god bless him and his family.
Jacqueline Baker
October 12, 2006
To Melissa and family, remember those whom bloom in the hearts of others never fade away. May you find comfort and strength in your memories. You're in my prayers.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Bob and Fran Tetrault
October 12, 2006
Brian,
We met your Dad several times while Morgan was just a little tyke and thought he was a very classy guy. We know Morgan will miss him very much. He always talked about his Grandpa Dave. He really loved him and will never forget him.
We would like you to know that our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Bethany Gabriele (Schade)
October 12, 2006
Melissa and Family, Our thoughts are with you. It seems like not too long ago that he was asking me for tickets so that I could sleep over. All the times that we were overcome with laughing gas. I am glad that I was able to see him again at my wedding. He will always be in my thoughts. My sincerest sympathies go out to the family.
Keith David and Melissa Corcoran
October 12, 2006
To Brian, Melissa and family. our prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Your father held a special spot in my heart and was loved by us all.
Bob Sherrick
October 12, 2006
To Dick Ruot and the entire Ruot Family; The Twilight Club of Bridgeport send their deepest condolances on the death of David E. Ruot.
Doug Lash
October 12, 2006
My prayers to Dave's family for your loss. I knew Dave from the Park City Pride and boy he loved to drum. He gave us all his spirit and he will be dearly missed but forever in our hearts. He always made a point of saying Hi to each of us by name! Rest in God's love Dave.
Bob & Fran Laskowski
October 12, 2006
We were both deeply saddened on Dave's passing. When we last saw him, it was, "Good Old Dave". We have known him along time, and he will be greatly missed as a life long friend. Together, Dave, You, and I have traveled alot, and have had many good times, times that will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family. We will always remember him. It was a pleasure to drum with him and we wished we could have joined him in his recent drum corps experience with the Pride. Take Care and GOD BLESS Bob Laskowski Fran Laskowski
JAMES RUSSO
October 12, 2006
TO THE RUOT FAMILY:
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,AND PRAYER.
DAVE AND I HAD A LASTING RELATIONSHIP, AND HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO TOUCHED HIS LIFE.
Larry Johnson
October 11, 2006
To the Ruot Family,
Our hearts go out to you in this time of your loss. Please know that we share your hurt as well. Dave and I played football at the University of New Haven when club football was all we had. I view David as a brother and wish God's blessings on his family.
Dan Gonzalez
October 11, 2006
To the Ruot Family,
I had the honor of working with Dave at Lowes. He always had a warm smile and a joke. He held a special place in the hearts of his employees. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Gonzalez
george ober
October 11, 2006
i am sorry to hear of the pasing of my friend edmond routs son.edmond was tail gunner on the b-24 bomber in ww-2 at tonopah nevada i was crew chief of crew 313.we flew together on many missions. george ober
James J. Corcoran Sr.
October 11, 2006
To The Ruot Family:
My sincere condolences...
Kevin Shanley
October 11, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Ruot family. I have fond memories of his drumming skills dating back to the CT Royal Lancer days. I believe he was also a rudimental bass drummer with a local Fife & Drum Corps. It was great to march alongside him in 2003 (original Park City Pride exhibitions).
God bless.
Joe & Carole Skubas
October 11, 2006
Ruot family sorry to heard about loss.May our thoughts and prayers be with you
Dave and Beth Caschetto
October 11, 2006
Our friendship with Dave started with the Park City Pride, it didn’t take long to see how special of a man Dave was. There are too few like him in the world today and we all suffer when one such as he is lost to us. Our condolences, he will be missed.
Joseph Nicholson
October 11, 2006
To the Ruot family, our deepest sympathy. Dave and I were in the Hurricanes together.He was a great drummer and good friend. I had not seen Dave until Park City Pride started. He will be missed by everyone who's lives that he touched. Our condolences to your family.Joe and Joann Nicholson.
Sandy Volpicella
October 11, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Ruot Family, I had the pleasure of meeting Dave thru our membership in the Park City Pride and I will always remember him as the very kind and caring man that he was. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Maryan & Jeff Muthersbaugh
October 11, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to our friend, Dick Ruot, and to the entire Ruot family on their loss.
October 11, 2006
Brian, Melissa, Alan, Richard and Mrs. Ruot: Please accept our condolences on the loss of "our brother" David. We go back a long way starting with the Lancers, Hurcs, and the Pride. We have very fond memories of Dave when we were building our house and bought a wheelbarrow from your hardware store. Dave insisted on delivering it right to our lot and proceeded to help with moving cement blocks "just to make sure the wheelbarrow worked properly". He surely was one of the good guys and we will miss him.
Art and Annette Hlywa
Royal Lancers, CT Hurricanes, CT Alumni, Park City Pride
NICK PISANI
October 11, 2006
FROM OUR DAYS BEING HURRICANES AND THEN TO THE ALUMNI,DAVE WAS AS GOOD AS THE COME.MY CONDOLANCES TO THE FAMILY.
Diana and Richard Paoletto(Color Guard)
October 11, 2006
TO THE RUOT FAMILY,
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. FOR SURE DAVE HAS A SPECIAL SEAT IN OUR FATHER'S HOUSE IN HEAVEN. WE ARE VERY PROUD AND BLESSED TO HAVE HAD DAVE AS PART OF OUR PARK CITY PRIDE AND AS A FRIEND TO ALL OF US. SINCERELY
Nancy Arasimowicz
October 10, 2006
To The Ruot Family,
I had the honor of working with Dave for several years at Lowe's. He was a wonderful man, always quick with a joke and a smile. I have memories of Dave that will always bring a smile to my face. He often spoke of his family with great pride and love. My sincerest sympathy to all of you. Heaven just got one heck of an angel.
From my heart to yours,
Nancy Arasimowicz
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
October 11, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Robert Moravek
October 10, 2006
From the "Royal Lancers" to the "Connecticut Hurricanes". Always at the top of his game. Dave will surely be missed. Our deepest sympathy to the Ruot Family. The Moravek's Pat, Bob, Cheri, and Rob
Sharee/Donald Dionne
October 10, 2006
so sorry to hear. And my deepest condolences and sincerety to the whole ruot family..
Tim "Ace"` Holleran
October 10, 2006
Sticks up! The Big Drum Line Upstairs gains another member.
Too many laughs to remember them all from Lancer days ... and beyond. DR was always there, ready to practice ... he would have played washboard if someone asked him.
My most sincere condolences to Alan and the Ruot clan.
Pat Marcus
October 10, 2006
I am so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you
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