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Richard Ruiz Obituary

Ruiz, Richard Richard Ruiz, 60, formerly of Waukegan died on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at the Lutheran Nursing Home and Hospice in Wauwatosa, WI. Richard was born on May 1, 1951 in Waukegan and graduated from Warren Township High School. He loved sports and the outdoors, and traveled extensively throughout the United States. He lived most of his life in Tucson, Arizona. Richard is survived by his wife, Anne, a daughter, Nancy (Mark) Moore of Michigan, and five grandchildren, Nicholas Lundquist, Skylar, Asher, Halle and Kleran Moore. Five brothers, Peter (Carole) Ruiz, Raymond (Pat), Robert (Chris), Joe, Frank (Carol) and five sisters, Aurora Farias, Esperanza Gonzales, Patro (Carmen) Llmon, Gloria (Domingo) Alfaro, Susan Furlan and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Ruiz, two brothers, Boniface Torres, Angelo Ruiz and several nieces and nephews. A memorial visitation will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 pm on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at THE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF WAUKEGAN 1521 Washington St. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cancer Organization in Richard's name. For information please call 847-623-3730

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Published by News Sun from Apr. 13 to Apr. 19, 2012.

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Faustino Rodriquez

April 8, 2022

Man... Miss you my brother..God Bless You..

Rich's grandkids ~ Skylar, Halle, Nick, Asher, Kieran

Nancy Moore

April 7, 2021

Wish my Dad could see how his grandkids are growing up. He'd love hanging out with them!

April 19, 2012

My Dad's memorial was so beautiful. I can't tell you what it means to hear everyone pour out their love for him. I'm so glad his grandchildren go to hear some great stories and know a side of him that they didn't get to experience. But his kindness and generosity were clear to them. He's the only person I know who would never judge or criticize another. It's that gentle spirit that I strive to acheive. Thank you all for everything. ~ Nancy Joy

We love you and miss you Papa Rich. We loved having a cowboy for a grandpa.

The Moore kids

April 19, 2012

Cort Mathes

April 17, 2012

Our condolences to all of Richies family and friends. We are sorry to have missed the wake, we just heard about it.
We had alot of good times playing softball with your family.
Richie you will be in our prayers.

Cort and Belinda Mathes

AL OLLER

April 16, 2012

I lost track of Rich after graduation in 1970. My condolences to family and friends. RIP Warren '70 classmate.

JoAnn Hangebrauck

April 15, 2012

Condolences, thoughts, and prayers to Rich's family and loved ones. He was a good friend to my brother Gary.

Ambrose Sinsun

April 15, 2012

Its been a long day for all concerned and i spent the day thanking God for his mercy and bringing you home , now your relieved of the pain & suffering .I can't help but think your in a much better place then us you left behind .But for one am glad you now have eternal glory . Rest in Gods loving embrace .Rest my brother in peace.

Tino jr Rodriguez

April 15, 2012

Rich you always make people's laugh and I always like listening to the stories when you travel to differance states. Man buddy you'll be miss. We had some good times..you'll be miss rest in peace buddy.

Frank Sinsun & Jeannette Sinsun

April 15, 2012

To the Ruiz Family,May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ladia Perez

April 14, 2012

RIP Uncle Rich! Give Phil a hug for us when you see him.

gary hangebrauck

April 14, 2012

Rich was a dear friend and an awesome man!! He was loved by all he met, and will dearly be missed! Gary Hangebrauck

Joe Shepherd

April 13, 2012

I hung with Richie in high school, he move away when he graduated and I lost track of him over the years. He was so much fun to be around, myself and other class-mates have many fond memories of him. RIP old friend

Victoria Siordia

April 13, 2012

my condolences to the Ruiz Family From My Family To Yours

Frank n Carol Ruiz

April 13, 2012

Miss you n love u babybother RIP

Monica Sinsun

April 13, 2012

My condolences and prayers to the Ruiz family.Sorry for your loss.May the Lord comfort you in your time of mourning.God bless.

Jordan Ruiz

April 13, 2012

MISS U N LUV U UNCLE RICH GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RIP

Uncle Rich, Frankie, Sandra, Paula

Sandra Ruiz

April 13, 2012

Uncle Rich you will be missed so much but now you are not in pain or suffering anymore. We love you. From Sandra, Courtney and Dustin Jr.

Paula Ruiz

April 13, 2012

RIP UNCLE RICH

Frank n Carol Ruiz

April 13, 2012

Miss you and love you baby brother RIP

Derrick Ruiz

April 13, 2012

MISS U N LUV U UNCLE RICH GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RIP

Derrick n Jordan Ruiz

April 13, 2012

MISS U N LUV U UNCLE RICH GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RIP

Derrick n Jordan Ruiz

April 13, 2012

MISS U N LUV U UNCLE RICH GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RIP

Ambrose Sinsun

April 13, 2012

I'll be missing the calls in the middle of the nite.and the stories .Now your at peace and no more suffering .Glad i was able to get back to spend some time with you .I'll be looking for you when i pass through "Winslow Arizona" the guy on the corner with the cowboy hat & boots.R I P MY BUDDY

Paula Ruiz

April 13, 2012

MISS U UNCLE RICH N LUV U UR GONE BUT U WILL NEVER EVER B FORGOTTEN.... LUV U

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