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2019
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Jesse Ruff Obituary
Waynesville, IL—Jesse L. Ruff, 80, of Waynesville passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at St. Clara's Rehab and Senior Care Center in Lincoln.
A Memorial Service for Jesse will held on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at the Quiram Peasley Funeral Home in Atlanta with Mr. Dave Taylor officiating.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in the Atlanta Cemetery.
Jesse Lee Ruff was born on January 21, 1939 in Lincoln the son of Jesse Gustave and Irene Doris Dully Ruff. He was united in marriage to Esther Berg on January 24, 1964. She survives. Also surviving are his children: Kenneth (Julie Hall) Ruff, Nancy (Duke) Babb, Dennis Ruff. One brother: Don (Dianne ) Ruff. Seven grandchildren, Eight great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Jesse graduated from the Beason Community High School in 1957. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
He was employed at Revere in Clinton and retired from GTE and Verizon in the maintenance department.
Jesse is a member of the Oasis Senior Center in Lincoln. His hobbies included fishing.
Memorials may be made to either the Waynesville Fire Department, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or charity of the donor's choice.
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June 25, 2019
As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Liz
June 18, 2019
There are no words to describe the sorrow I feel over the loss of our dear Uncle Jesse. While we haven't spoken in years, it doesn't diminish the fond and wonderful memories of spending time with Jesse and his awesome family. They lived in yankeeville but our families got together whenever there was an opportunity. I will always remember his laugh, his humor, his smile and his unique personality. He was kind and loving and we will mourn his loss from this life. All of us look forward to that great reunion, and seeing him there will make it just that much more special. God's speed to Jesse and his family. God's speed especially to you our dear and cherished Aunt Esther.
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Quiram-Peasley Funeral Homes - Atlanta202 NW Vine Street, Atlanta, IL 61723
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