Passed away on December 22, 2024 at the age of 69.
Predeceased by his grandson, Mikey Gunkel, III; parents, Martin and Dorothy Ruby; brother, William Ruby; brothers-in-law, John Meloni and Greg Cottrell.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne Ruby; children, Heather (Mike) Gunkel, Jason (Barbara) Ruby; grandchildren, Elizabeth, LeAnn, Jamison, Connor; siblings, Martin (Joanne), Patty (Joe) DiGregorio, Margaret (Gary) Figler, Paul (Lorry), Dorothy Montobello, Mary Campbell, Ann (Don) Mongeon, Elizabeth Meloni, Michael, Thomas, Joannie Cottrell; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family will receive friends Monday, December 30th from 4-6PM at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Boulevard. John's service will immediately follow at 6PM.
Contributions may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association Inc. in John's memory.
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