Angela Josephine Ruffino

Angela (Manzella) Ruffino, 82, of Bakersfield, CA left this earth to be with her Heavenly Father on November 6, 2025. Angela was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 2, 1942 to parents Mary (Tamburo) and William Manzella. Angela will be remembered for her sunny spirit, positive attitude, her love for her many dogs that she had throughout her life, and her sharp mind. She was a wonderful friend, and a beloved Aunt. She never forgot a birthday or holiday – always sent cards to make sure family and friends knew they were remembered. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Charles Ruffino, her best friend Eileen Buckley, her nephew Dr. Thomas Manzella and wife M'Lissa Manzella and their three adult children Briley (Manzella) Oritz, Austin Manzella and Delaney Manzella; her niece Kim (Manzella) Strohecker and husband Scott Strohecker, along with their son Eric; and her sister-in-law Catherine (Arthur) Manzella. She is also survived by many loving cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Louis Manzella.