Condolence From: Maureen Johnson Booth
Condolence: Ruth: I was saddened to hear about Joe's passing. I deeply appreciated Joe's help back in 2005 when I was seeking information on my brother's (Bud Butler) medical results when he was at Cleveland Clinic.
Thursday November 22, 2012
Condolence From: Bob Showalter
Condolence: Ruthie & children: Sorry to learn of Joe's passing. As you know we grew up together and played community & high school sports together. He was a great guy and will be long remembered.
Friday November 16, 2012
Condolence From: Sandy (Willard) Barrett
Condolence: Words cannot express how sad I am that Joe has passed. I have so many fond memories of him. He was such a kind and caring man.....so willing to give of himself for the benefit of others. I know what a difficult time this is for you. May God bless.
Thursday November 15, 2012
Condolence From: Connie Kapp
Condolence: So sorry to learn of your loss-Joe was a grade school clasmate. My condolences.
Thursday November 15, 2012
Condolence From: Jake Smith
Condolence: Ruth and family....My heart goes out to you and your family at this very difficult time. My prayers are with you all. I have know Joe for may years and graduated with Susan. He was a good man and will be dearly missed.
Wednesday November 14, 2012
Condolence From: Kathy Voshel
Condolence: I'm so sorry for your loss . Joe was one of the first people I met when moving to the area. He always had a smile on his face, and cared so much for other people and the town . I enjoyed working the ice cream social . Joe was a great fire chief . My prayers our with you and your family .
Wednesday November 14, 2012
Condolence From: Amy Garber Turley
Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss. I know you and many others will miss him terribly. For the past 5 years he was almost always the first person I would see as I was leaving for work in the mornings. He'd be walking down the drive way in his robe and slippers looking so handsome, like Ward Cleaver, and he always had a wave and a smile. What a great way to start a day. You can be proud of him, he was a good man.
Tuesday November 13, 2012
Condolence From: Dennis and Carol Lehman
Condolence: Susan, Jim, Alex and Eric: Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you all during this difficult time. Even though I didn't know your father, Sue, knowing you gives me an idea of the type of man he was. May God give you all peace and strength through this time.
Tuesday November 13, 2012
Condolence From: Nancy and Jim Botti
Condolence: Greg and Brenda, We are so very sorry to hear of the sudden death of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Nancy and Jim Botti
Tuesday November 13, 2012
Condolence From: The Galyean Family
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy.
Tuesday November 13, 2012
Condolence From: Danny Varner
Condolence: When the book " The Greatest Generation" was written, It was about men like Joe Ruf! I was blessed to work with Joe at Amoco and in the Fire Service. What a Great role model for all of us! You will be truly missed.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Jeff Hitt
Condolence: So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. A mighty fine man and a joy to work with at the plant. He'll be missed by so many people that he touched. My condolences to all his family for their loss. God has gained an angel.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Stephen & Carolyn Rule
Condolence: Chief Ruf was one of the BEST Fireman and Line Officiers you could ever have on a fire.
He placed his Fireman first and always had their backs.When Pete and Joe was on a fire you know you had the best. Joe you at home and with Pete, Art, Clay, Hunk,and all the Wards who fought fire with you. God Bless You Joe I'll will see you some day.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Camille Brown
Condolence: Ruth, Susan and Greg,
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
The Brown family
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Lou DavidsonTillson
Condolence: I am so sorry to learn about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad, sad time. I have great memories of the Firemen's Social and can remember Mr. Ruf wearing a big smile and dishing up that delicious homemade ice cream. May God bring you peace and comfort as only He can in the hours and days to come.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Donald G Lauer
Condolence: I was deeply sorrowed to learn of Joe's Passing. He was an old, old friend which I wish I could have lived closer to further our relationship. Ludwig Tiech once wrote: "He is not dead who departs with a high and noble fame". Joe's tremendous contributions to family and community will not soon be forgotten; but will live on and on. My sincere love and condolences to Ruthie and the family. Don Lauer
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Donna, Kenneth Finkel
Condolence: So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with the entire family.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Beth Blondin
Condolence: Ruthie, So very sorry for your loss. Joe was highly admired by Dad, as I'm sure you know & will be missed by all. My thoughts are with you & your family.
Beth
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: David, Kari, Nacy & Laura Wright
Condolence: We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Jim and Ruth Dick
Condolence: We wish for you at this time, whatever soothes your spirit,comforts your soul and brings you peace, at this difficult time.With Deepest Sympathy.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: John and Carol Clinton
Condolence: Dear Ruf Family, Our thoughts and prayers are upon you always and especially through this difficult time. May God's love shine upon you through others as you move forward in peace. Be Loved, Be Strong, Be Well - The Clintons
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Carolyn Stephanik-Roesch
Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Sue Williamson Smith
Condolence: May happy memories carry you through this sad time. I wish your family strength and peace.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: David and Debbie Barnhart
Condolence: It has been many years since we have seen each other or talked. I will never forget your family when we lived in Williamstown and attended church with you. We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Joe as a kind, respected, and devout Christian man. Prayers for you and your family.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: Caryl Stines
Condolence: I am deeply saddened by this loss to your family and our community. He was a man that could be counted on in everything he did. I am proud to have known him.
Monday November 12, 2012
Condolence From: T. J. & Shirley Wilson
Condolence: Ruth and family, we wish to offer our condolences to you all! Having just been with Joe at the Old Timers, it was with us a real shock! He was a fine gentleman and friend and many years I spent with Joe at Union Carbide and Amoco. May the fond memories of his life be with you at this time.
Sunday November 11, 2012