Christine Ruffin and Christopher Ruffin

Christine Ruffin and Christopher Ruffin obituary, DeWitt, NY

Christine Ruffin and Christopher Ruffin

Christine Ruffin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 20 to Mar. 21, 2021.
Christine Ruffin & Christopher Ruffin March 14, 2021 Christine Ruffin, 60, of Syracuse, NY, passed on Sunday, March 14, 2021. In life and passing, Christine was a vibrant light of love and security that shined everywhere she went and in everyone she encountered. She will be missed and celebrated by the loved ones and people in her life who she considered all to be family. Christine is survived by her mother, Virginia Ann; several siblings, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Christopher Ruffin, 28, of Florida by way of Syracuse passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021. In life and passing, Christopher was a protective and whimsical energy that brightened and illuminated happiness in everyone's lives who came across him in life. He will be missed dearly and celebrated by all his family, loved ones and friends. Chris is survived by his fiance, Elizabeth Romero; his three children, Jasiah, Kaia and Kairo Ruffin; several siblings, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services for Christine and Chris will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, 12 p.m. at Southern Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Shawn L. Roberson officiating. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the church before the service, 3143 Midland Ave, Syracuse, NY 13207. Fairchild & Meech DeWitt Chapel has care of arrangements. Thank you to all those who have reached out, assisted or have been loving support to the family in their time of need. To express sympathy, please visit fairchildmeech.com

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