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John Ruane Obituary
John J. "Jack" Ruane, 80, of Harding, passed away Thursday morning, Dec. 18, 2025, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Corpus Christi Parish (Holy Redeemer Church), state Route 92 Highway, Harding. A viewing will be held from 9 a.m. to service time.
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Martin Reynolds
December 22, 2025
I hold some marvelous memories and fun times Jack and I shared together back in the day. I will miss is vibrant personality and laughter. Rest easy my friend and may God bless your soul. My condolences go out to Gail and family.
Danielle and Bill Peck
December 22, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sorry to hear of Jacks passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Michael vacendak
December 21, 2025
jacks family
Jack and I attended and graduated from P.H. S .
In recent times I had the pleasure to meet with him and his wife
at Nardone 's during break feast
he was a great friend may you rest in peace
Mike Vacendak
Bill stout
December 21, 2025
Jack you were my boss and my friend and I´m going to miss you more than anyone knows .god bless you and Gail and rest in peace
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Mary Jo and Jamie Bilbow
December 19, 2025
Dear Gail,
While no words can provide true comfort at a time such as this, we offer our support and love on the loss of your beloved Jack.
Jack was a special entity in this world. He was an amazing person who lived a remarkable life. There are no words for the legacy Jack has left on our family.
His spirit will live in all our hearts as we will forever remember the love and laughter he gave. We will certainly keep his memory alive in the mountain of Jack stories that made us laugh and smile.
We will miss him deeply.
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