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Richard E. Ruffing
1943 - 2010
Richard E. Ruffing
1943 - 2010
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BORN
1943
DIED
2010
Richard Ruffing Obituary
April 4 1943 - August 17, 2010
I had a good life that was cut short by smoking. I gave up time to create memories with my children and grand-children. I regret this most of all. I leave 10 beautiful grandchildren and 6 wonderful children all different and all loved. To my wife (Rena) I am sorry I could not be with you and take care of you for the next part of your life. Know that I love you and cherished each minute we spent together.
Children: Chris & Christine Ruffing, Jennifer Ruffing, Patrick & Christi Ruffing
Denise Panos, Cindy McKee, Melinda Harris
Grand-Children: Devin Ruffing, Jared McKee, Brice McKee, Madison McKee, Taylor Panos, Rebecca Harris, Dalton Panos, Jared Ruffing, Ian Harris, Luci Ruffing
To my sisters, all 5 of them and to the balance of my family I love you.
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Always teaching us something
Brice McKee
August 24, 2016
Hey Mr. Rich,
I got my License to Carry certificate this past weekend using the Khar Arms K9. Thanks for teaching us how to shoot, I figured you'd be proud. We miss you dearly.
Love,
Brice
Rick
February 11, 2015
Hey Putz! I still think about our conversations and how much we had in common. Rena got the house built at the farm and it's really nice. The family has been there allot and it is enjoyed. Thanks for starting the dream!
May 26, 2012
We got your tractor running place looks good, you would like it. The pond is bigger and looks great.love Rena
August 17, 2011
one year, I miss you, Mr Rich Love,Fay
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August 17, 2011
Still Miss You Old Man
May 6, 2011
Chris and Christine,
I am so sorry for your loss. This seems late to me, but I have just heard of it. You and yours will be in my prayers. My deepest sympathys, Margaret Lewellin Philen
April 8, 2011
Happy birthday. I wish we could celebrate together. A margarita at the ranch would be nice. I miss you.
Melinda
April 7, 2011
Birthdays...Missing you today and always
Tony D'Andrea
January 17, 2011
So very sorry to hear of Richard's passing. We were frat brothers at Parks and have great memories of the good times we had there together. He's in my thoughts today.
Denise
January 17, 2011
Miss you.
Ken Istel
January 17, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I was a fraternity brother of his at Parks College and we enjoyed many wonderful times together. My thoughts and prayers are with him and with you his family at this very sad time.
Ken Istel
Jim McCloskey
January 16, 2011
I am deeply saddened by the passing of my great friend, Fraternity Brother and roommate at Parks College. My condollences to Rene and the family. Mac
December 7, 2010
19. Christmas
20. His grand kids
21. Amaryllis bulbs
22. Christmas logs
23. Tool as presents
24. Anything Pennzoil and yellow
25. Margaritas on Christmas Eve
October 12, 2010
12. Deer feeders
13. Pictures of "his" deer
14. The compound
15. Red suspenders
16. Camo caps
17. Untied tennis shoes
18. Flannel shirts
September 23, 2010
7. Hearing "Talking to you..." when you called and asked what are you doing?
8. Shooting guns
9. Fishing
10. We love you
11. His love for his tractor!
September 15, 2010
Hey Jenny, Chris & Patrick,
Just wanted to tell ya'll I'm thinking of you & your in my prayers. I love your Dad & love ya'll too..
Kelly Baker-Reeves
September 11, 2010
Part 2:
4. He was the best Grandpa (Mr. Rich)
5. He had the best grin (you really knew when he was happy)
6. He was always there!
more to come...
September 8, 2010
Rich was a person with a rough exterior, but a heart of gold. I loved him alot and will miss him even more. "I love you, Mr. Rich." Fay Baldwin (sister in-law)
Cindy
September 3, 2010
Reasons we'll never forget!
1. We love him.
2. Look at that face...who could forget!
3. Elvis...even his gospel album.
to be continued...
Monica Bell
August 25, 2010
Aunt Rena & Family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man, who welcomed all with open arms. He was my Uncle and he is missed and loved.
Stephanie Short-Barclay
August 22, 2010
Chris, Jenny & Partick;
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I will always remember the family get togethers our famlies had...Your Dad had such a booming personality..he was always the life of the party! Cherish in those memories and the million others you created! Know that your Dad is in God's loving hands. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
August 21, 2010
I will always remember fondly the poker games and later trips to Coushatta with you father. I also appreciated his wit and sense of honor too.
"You just &$-/;' your summer!"
He will be missed. Our sympathy goes out to the entire Ruffing clan.
Love,
Denis, Kelly and Gus
Tammy Senn Hall
August 21, 2010
Rena,
You are in my thoughts and prayers daily as Rich has been for several years now. He know longer needs oxygen and has no pain, he is resting peacefully. I will miss his wonderful sense of humor. Love always,
Ron Nancy Tribolet
August 20, 2010
Our prayers and sympathy are with you at your loss. May God be with you and bless you.
The Launikitis Family
August 20, 2010
Mr Rich, we will miss saying Good Morning to you everyday as we head to school & work. You always gave a kind word & a great smile. Rena & family ~ much love to you today & always.
Julie Becker
August 20, 2010
I first met Rich over 20 years ago at the
"Oil Change Express." He watched my daughter, Brianna grow up. He was there
for me when she was killed in a tragic
accident 10 months ago. He was a kind
man and I will miss him. I felt like
he was family to me. I hated when he
left the business. He is free with God
now and can breathe. I will miss him!
God Bless his family. Julie Becker
Cheryl Gilmore Casaday
August 20, 2010
Chris, Jenny and Patrick,
My love and condolences to you all. Your father is at peace in his perfect body in the loving arms of our Lord. When he looks down upon you I know he is filled with great love, pride and joy at having been blessed with three of the most wonderful children ever. My love to each of you always,
August 20, 2010
Rena,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you!
With Our Love,
The Michot, Hamilton & Sanders Families.
Melinda Harris
August 20, 2010
We will deeply miss a wonderful person, husband, dad and grandpa. We wish you peace and comfort. You are deeply loved.
Melinda, Scott, Rebecca, Ian and Francis
August 19, 2010
Hi Rena, you and your family are in our prayers! We love you, and are keeping you in our thoughts, and prayers!
Michael, Jacky, and Jessy Gilbert
Cindy Ridings
August 19, 2010
Jenny,
I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Please know that I'm here for you if you need anything or if I can help.
Love you
Cindy
Shirley Jackson (Downing)
August 19, 2010
Rena and the girls,
My heart goes out to you all for your loss. I wish I could have gotten to know Rich more. I know he was a wonderful and loving person. He now has no pain or worries. He is resting peacefully. Just remember he is always with you and watching over you all.
August 19, 2010
Patrick,
I always smile in remembrance of those great poker games around the dining table with your Dad, Chris and closest friends. I will cherish those memories forever. Your family is in our prayers.
-Nipul, Neha, Jaiden and Deven
August 19, 2010
Patrick,
Sorry for your loss. Memories will always keep him close.
Love ya,
Scott, Sheila and Adelaide
Denise Panos
August 19, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
August 19, 2010
I was sorry to hear of your loss. Although I did not know Richard, I am familar with the grief of losing someone you love. In as much, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always think of the happy moments and celebrate his life. Shannon Walthall
Brian Austin
August 19, 2010
Patrick,
My heart goes out to you with your loss. It has been a long time since we ransacked Ponderosa Forest and ended up back at your Dad's place. It was always a welcome home and part of a great neighborhood family.
Take care of yourself and relish the memories.
Brian Austin & family
August 19, 2010
Patrick....praying for you bro. I lost my dad almost two years ago and it is hard, but to know he is in Heavan, free of pain, free of worry, etc... is very comforting.
Jeremiah 29:11
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