Brian Ruffin Obituary
Surviving include his mother Beverly Carlisle, his wife Lynne Ruffin, his children: Christian Ruffin (Robert), Thomas Ruffin (Kristin), Kasey Copeland (Jeremy), Kaley Copeland (Tony), Michaela Clements, and Hudson Yarborough; his grandchildren: Emalie, Ahri, Hazel, Ayden, Zoey, Hayley, Kayden, Drake, and Carson; his siblings John Ruffin (Donna), Rochelle Harris, Andy Carlisle (Rebecca), Janie Patterson (Sammy), Candice Carlisle (Guy), and Paul Carlisle (Stephanie), his aunts Brenda Ivey, Lousie Ivey, Carol Townsend, his uncle Carl Ruffin, and many nieces and nephews.
Brian served our country as a member of the United States Army 41st Field Artillery Brigade Veteran. He loved music, books, and the beach. He had many titles, but his favorite was Papa.
A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Friends may sign the online register by visiting www.hockadayfs.com.
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