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▰ Harrison "Harry" Lecester Rulapaugh Jr

Died April 27, … More Information
Harrison "Harry" Lecester Rulapaugh Jr , born December 29, 1947 passed away peacefully April 27, 2013 in Macon, Georgia. Harrison was 65.
Family members and close friends: , Kim Lindsey, Thao & Jacque Nguyen, Carolyn Lee, Caroline Hightower, Denise Ashley, Heather Horne, Bethany Giddens, Bill Houston, Allison Spradlin, David Hickman, Teresa Tidwell, Sandra & Paul Pike, Susan Liedle, Clint Sims, Lori Ugolik, Valerie Williams, Kimberly Walker, C. S., Peggy Knight

▰ Mildred Ardelia Ruland

Died October 03, … More Information
Mildred Ardelia Ruland, born August 11, 1918 entered Heaven's gates on October 3, 2015 in Rome, Georgia. Mildred was 97. Tags: #Haralson #Georgia #William #Dona #Harry #Judy #Rome #Sydnie #Horton #Seneca #Aubrey #Ruland #Denver #Lauren #Smith #Benjamin #Griffin #Brooks #Poppie #Rigas #West #University #Millie #Rosenwald #Shorter #Alpha #Kappa #Marquis #America #Whos #World #First #Church #Westminster #Daniels #School #Prayer #Committee #Atlanta #Brunswick #London #Connecticut #Floyd #Board #Education #Pepperell #Educators #Brothers #Hans #Broad #Snider #Draketown #Bill #Robinson #Matthews #John #Pallbearers
Obituary: Mildred (Millie) Ardelia McBrayer Ruland, of Rome, GA, passed away , 3, 2015, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Ruland was born in Haralson , Georgia, and was the daughter of the late William A. McBrayer, Sr. and Dona L. Vaughan McBrayer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry M. Ruland in 1999. Survivors include a son, Hal M. Ruland (Debbie) and a daughter, Judy R. Roebuck (Dan), both of Rome; four grandchildren, Sydnie Ruland Horton, Seneca, SC, Aubrey Beth Ruland, Denver, CO, Lauren Leigh Smith, Rome, and Benjamin W. Rigas, Rome. Also included are three great-grandchildren; Griffin and Brooks Horton, Seneca, SC, and Poppie Leigh Rigas, Rome. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Mrs. Ruland received her B.S. degree from West Georgia University. Her junior year, Millie was named a Rosenwald Scholar, and awarded full scholarship. She also attended Shorter , and the University of Georgia. She was an active member of the Alpha Delta Kappa Teachers sorority, from 1968 to present, serving in many leadership capacities. Mrs. Ruland was awarded the Marquis Whos Who of America and Whos Who of the World each year from 2002 to 2014. This honor is awarded to distinguished and successful business persons.

Upon moving to Rome, she and her husband were members of the First Presbyterian Church where Mr. Ruland was very active in the music ministry. Mr. and Mrs. Ruland then became charter members of Westminster Presbyterian Church where Mr. Ruland served as minister of music. Since 1974, Mr. and Mrs. Ruland were members of First Baptist Church of Rome. She was very active in the Daniels School Class, served on many other committees, including the Prayer Chain Committee for many years.

Mrs. Ruland was an educator for 30 years; teaching in Atlanta and Brunswick, Georgia and New London, Connecticut before moving to Rome. She was employed by the Floyd Board of Education teaching at Pepperell Elementary School for 24 years serving hundreds of children in the second grade. She served as grade level chairman for many years and represented her school and county numerous times as a delegate at the Georgia Association of Educators conventions. retiring in 1983, she began working with her brothers at McBrayer Brothers Furniture of Rome, from 1983 to 2005 initially as a sales person and then as manager of all operations. the death of her brothers, Mrs. Ruland worked with her son, Hal Ruland, as he and business partner, Hans VanEikeren, purchased the business and carried on the McBrayer tradition of offering fine furniture to the northwest Georgia area. She thoroughly enjoyed her time meeting new friends, working with her family and helping people decorate and furnish their homes. Her work with McBrayers was recognized with an honorary plaque installed in the Broad Streets streetscape in the second block of Broad Street in front of the former location of McBrayer Brothers Furniture . Above all, Millie loved her family so much, and sacrificially supported and guided them her entire life. Her legacy of selfless love will continue.

A funeral service was held at the First Baptist Church of Rome, on , 6, 2015, at 2:30 pm in the sanctuary, with Dr. Floyd F. Roebuck, Dr. Joel Snider, and Rev. Charles Cox officiating. Visitation was held prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:30 at the church. Interment followed at the cemetery at Draketown Baptist Church, Draketown, Georgia.

Pallbearers were: Bill Ruland, Tim McBrayer, Joe Robinson, Hans VanEikeren, Bill McBrayer, Jay Matthews, John Thomas Horton, and Ben Rigas. Honorary Pallbearers; the sisters of Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority.

▰ Mildred Ardelia Ruland

Died October 03, … More Information
Mildred Ardelia Ruland, born August 11, 1918 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 3, 2015 in Rome, Georgia. Mildred was 97.
Family members and close friends: , Shirley Holbrooks, David Crowe

▰ Juanita (Davis) Ruland

Died April 02, … More Information
Juanita (Davis) Ruland, age 78 of Savannah, Georgia, went to be with the Lord on April 2, 2001.
Obituary published: April 03, 2001 in "Savannah MN"

▰ Jean A (Sprague) Ruland

Died August 18, … More Information
Jean A (Sprague) Ruland, age 83 of Georgia, born in Brooklyn, New York, entered into eternal rest August 18, 2010.
Obituary published: August 19, 2010 in "Macon T"

▰ Colin Brendan Ruland

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Robert Glenn Rukes

Died November 02, … More Information
Robert Glenn Rukes passed away November 2, 1995 in Augusta, Georgia.
Obituary published: November 03, 1995 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Michael Glenn Rukes

Died July 06, … More Information
Michael Glenn Rukes, born March 1, 1949 entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 6, 2011 in Augusta, Georgia. Michael was 62. Tags: #Elizabeth #Rukes #Shelbyville #Connie #Florida #Keno #Newsprint #Pamela #Scrum #Kelly #Schlein #Roberta #Becht #Greensburg #Jonathan #Diane #Bland #Joseph #Marte #Grace #Brad #Sadi #Disabled #Veterans #Deans #Road #Hephzibah #Rack #Grill #Mike #Highway
Obituary: Michael Rukes
a Newsprint Mechanic a, GA - Michael G. Rukes, 63, went 6, 2011 to join his parents Robert G. Rukes and Elizabeth Long Rukes in heaven. Michael was raised in Shelbyville, Ind. and it was there he met the love of his life and wife of 41 years, Connie. later moved to Florida before calling a their home. Mike was a avid bass fisherman and enjoyed playing golf and Keno daily. He worked at a Newsprint as a mechanic, for 21 years, before retiring in 1999, at which time his family became his main source of entertainment. He was a very loving husband, father and grandfather. Survivors include his devoted wife, Connie Fuquay; two adoring daughters Pamela (Jon) Scrum; Kelly (Wesley) Schlein, both of a, step daughter Roberta (Fred) Becht of Greensburg, Ind.; a grandson who was the apple of his eye, Jonathan Tylor Scrum; sister and brother - in -law; Diane (Bill) Bland; uncle, Joseph (Margaret) Marte; niece, Grace Lollar; nephew Brad (Janine) Bland; several other family members, dog Sadi and countless friends that he considered family. With his charismatic personality and sharp wit, he never met a stranger, He will be greatly missed by all. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans: 4010 Deans Bridge Road, Hephzibah, Ga 30815. A celebration of his life will be hosted at the Rack & Grill II, 3801 Mike Padgett Highway, a, GA 30906 on 9, 2011 from noon -until.

▰ Mary E (Marte) Rukes

Died August 25, … More Information
Mary E (Marte) Rukes, 85, of Augusta, Georgia, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 25, 2008.
Obituary published: August 26, 2008 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Richard Louis Sr Ruka

Died March 19, … More Information
Richard Louis Sr Ruka, age 91 of Brunswick, Georgia, passed from this life on March 19, 2008.
Obituary published: March 20, 2008 in "Boscobel Dial (WI)"

▰ Prescillano Ruiz-Santos

Died August 11, … More Information
Prescillano Ruiz-Santos, age 64 of Flowery Branch, Georgia, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 11, 2020.
Obituary published: August 12, 2020 in "Gainesville T"

▰ Robert Edward Ruiz-Arzola

Died August 21, … More Information
Robert Edward Ruiz-Arzola, of Georgia, passed away peacefully August 21, 1998. Robert was 20.
Obituary published: August 22, 1998 in "Ledger (FL)"

▰ Stephanie Renee Ruiz

Died February 13, … More Information
Stephanie Renee Ruiz, born April 9, 1985 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her February 13, 2017 in Suwanee, Georgia. Stephanie was 31.

▰ Sheri Rene Ruiz

Died April 22, … More Information
Sheri Rene Ruiz, born June 19, 1960 entered Heaven's gates on April 22, 2019 in Peachtree City, Georgia. Sheri was 58.
Family members and close friends: , Cyndy Locatelli, Heidi & Darryl Sanden

▰ Sadie Bell (Smith) Ruiz

Died September 30, … More Information
Sadie Bell (Smith) Ruiz, age 78 of Georgia, born in Cleveland, Ohio, passed from this life on September 30, 2011.
Obituary published: October 01, 2011 in "Cleveland Plain Dealer (OH)"

▰ Rolando A Ruiz

Died December 07, … More Information
Rolando A Ruiz, born December 7, 1926 left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home December 7, 2020 in Snellville, Georgia. ROLANDO was 94.

▰ Rita Josefina Ruiz

Died September 05, … More Information
Rita Josefina Ruiz, of Georgia, entered Heaven's gates on September 5, 2003. Rita was 89.
Obituary published: September 06, 2003 in "Savannah MN"

▰ Richard L Ruiz

Died October 11, … More Information
Richard L Ruiz, age 36 of Georgia, went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2003.
Obituary published: October 12, 2003 in "Press & Sun-B (NY)"

▰ Philip F Ruiz

Died December 08, … More Information
Philip F Ruiz, born August 10, 1961 passed from this world into the next December 8, 2009 in Roswell, Georgia. Philip was 48.

▰ Olymphia Esserita Bryan Ruiz

Died February 16, … More Information
Olymphia Esserita Bryan Ruiz, born September 16, 1951 entered eternal life February 16, 2021 in Tucker, Georgia. Olymphia was 69.
Family members and close friends: , Nina Huerta, Eloina Cargile, Jeloni Ruiz ( Heidi ), Mark Hill, Violeta Linton, Michelle Bryan, Patricia Dickson, Rosalie Ortega ( Manuel ), Tita Whittaker, Joy Hopkins, Francisco Ruiz ( Lori ), Cesar Sjogren, Arlene Dowdy

▰ Mrs Billie Dean Hughes Ruiz

Died March 13, … More Information
Mrs Billie Dean Hughes Ruiz went into the presence of the Lord on March 13, 2017 in Gainesville, Georgia. Tags: #Gainesville #Georgia
Obituary: Mrs. Ruiz passed away on , 13, 2017. Mrs. Ruiz was a resident of Gainesville, Georgia at the time of passing.

▰ Mr Alejandro Martinez Ruiz

Died April 17, … More Information
Mr Alejandro Martinez Ruiz, born March 28, 1985 entered Heaven's gates on April 17, 2017 in Georgia. Mr was 32.

▰ Mr Aurelio Ortiz Ruiz

Died September 27, … More Information
Mr Aurelio Ortiz Ruiz, born September 2, 1941 died on September 27, 2015 in Rome, Georgia. Mr was 74. Tags: #Rome #Georgia
Obituary: Mr. Ruiz was born on 2, 1941 and passed away on , 27, 2015. Mr. Ruiz was a resident of Rome, Georgia at the time of passing.

▰ Mr Berkley Ruiz

Died February 14, … More Information
Mr Berkley Ruiz, born February 27, 1927 entered into eternal rest February 14, 2015 in Winder, Georgia. Mr was 87. Tags: #North #Winder #Navy #Korean #Naval #Lieutenant #Mars #Junior #Clemson #University #Georgia #Industrial #Winder- #High #Club #Scouts #Lions #Dixie #Association #Liars #Legends #Church #Jesus #Latter-day #Ward #Samoa #Shirley #Juli #Teresa #Tony #Robby #Timmy #Yaneth #John #Molly #Ruiz #Carter #Sims #Rose #America
Obituary: J. Berkley Ruiz, 1927 to 2015
Berkley Ruiz, 87, passed away 14, 2015 from natural causes. Berk was born and raised in North Carolina but had lived in Winder since 1957. He served in the Navy (WWII, Korean War) and remained in the Naval Reserve until 1976, retiring as Lieutenant Commander. He obtained degrees from Mars Hill Junior , Clemson University, the University of Georgia, and a specialist degree from Georgia Southern. He taught Industrial Arts for two years in North Carolina then in Georgia from 1957 to 1988, most of those years at Winder-Barrow High School (1957 – 1968, 1976 - 1988). He was instrumental in the formation of the Industrial Arts Club Association in 1962.
Berk was active in the community of Winder. He assisted with Boy Scouts, was a member of the Lions Club and the Dixie Locksmith Association, he took tickets at high school football and basketball games, and for many years was the only locksmith in town. He was also a licensed ham radio operator for over 40 years. During retirement he started a full-time locksmith business and picked up the art of dowsing (appearing on the show Liars and Legends). He was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Winder Ward) and served in various capacities including a 2-year mission to Samoa with his wife Shirley and then as bishop from 1999 to 2004. His religion was an important part of his life and he gave countless hours of service on behalf of others.
Berk met Shirley in 1954 while selling pots and pans door-to-door in North Carolina. eventually settled in Winder where they both taught high school. All seven of their children attended that same high school. Berk was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years and is survived by their children: Juli, Teresa, Tony, Robby (Genie), Timmy (Ruth Yaneth), John (Darla) and Molly, as well as 12 grand-children, one great-grand-child, and one brother (Robert Ruiz of North Carolina). Berk was a family man who spent summers hauling the kids to different parts of the country and his retirement years enjoying the grandkids. His jokes and hearty laughter and ever-present willingness to help others will be sorely missed by the family and all who associated with him.
Viewings will be held at the Carter on and , 19 and 20, from 5pm to 8pm. services will be held , 21 at noon in the LDS chapel (36 Sims Road). A short viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 11:00 to 11:45. Interment will be in the Rose Hill .
Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to the Boy Scouts of America.

▰ Misael Santiago Ruiz

Died January 02, … More Information
Misael Santiago Ruiz, age 25 of Gainesville, Georgia, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home January 2, 2019.
Obituary published: January 03, 2019 in "Gainesville T"

▰ Migdalia Rafaela Ruiz

Died December 26, … More Information
Migdalia Rafaela Ruiz passed away December 26, 2014 in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Tags: #Roberto
Obituary: Migdalia passed away on , 26, 2014. Migdalia was a resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia at the time of passing. Migdalia was married to Roberto.

▰ Marjorie Joyce Ruiz

Died July 21, … More Information
Marjorie Joyce Ruiz died unexpectedly on July 21, 2007 at the age of 75 in Macon, Georgia.
Obituary published: July 22, 2007 in "Macon T"

▰ Maria Nella Ruiz

Died May 15, … More Information
Maria Nella Ruiz, of Gainesville, Georgia, entered Heaven's gates on May 15, 2020. Maria was 49.
Obituary published: May 16, 2020 in "Atlanta Journal"

▰ Maria Nelia Ruiz

Died May 17, … More Information
On May 17, 2020, Maria Nelia Ruiz, 49 of Gainesville, Georgia passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: May 18, 2020 in "Gainesville T"

▰ Maria Guadalupe (Alamarz) Ruiz

Died December 09, … More Information
Maria Guadalupe (Alamarz) Ruiz, age 49 of Oakwood, Georgia, departed this life Sunday December 9, 2019.
Obituary published: December 10, 2019 in "Gainesville T"

▰ Lizeth Ruby Ruiz

Died May 29, … More Information
Lizeth Ruby Ruiz, born October 25, 1996 passed away peacefully May 29, 2016 in Gainesville, Georgia. Lizeth was 19.

▰ Linda F Ruiz

Died December 26, … More Information
Linda F Ruiz, 59, of Swainsboro, Georgia, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 26, 2006.
Obituary published: December 27, 2006 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Joseph M Ruiz

Died September 23, … More Information
Joseph M Ruiz, born October 1, 1932 died September 23, 2017 in Georgia. Joseph was 84.

▰ George Adam Ruiz

Died December 24, … More Information
George Adam Ruiz, born August 4, 1978 went into the presence of the Lord on December 24, 2016 in Columbus, Georgia. George was 38. Tags: #Heather
Obituary: George was born on 4, 1978 and passed away on , 24, 2016. George was a resident of Columbus, Georgia at the time of passing. George was married to Heather.

▰ Felicitas Reyes Ruiz

Died June 15, … More Information
Felicitas Reyes Ruiz, born March 3, 1977 went into the presence of the Lord on June 15, 2016 in Moultrie, Georgia. Felicitas was 39.

▰ Conzuelo Lerma Ruiz

Died September 17, … More Information
Conzuelo Lerma Ruiz, born November 8, 1970 passed from this world into the next September 17, 2016 in Douglas, Georgia. Conzuelo was 45.

▰ Catalina D Ruiz

Died April 18, … More Information
Catalina D Ruiz passed away peacefully April 18, 1998, at her home in Georgia. She was 88.
Obituary published: April 19, 1998 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Catalina (David) Ruiz

Died April 18, … More Information
Catalina (David) Ruiz, 88 of Georgia, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, April 18, 1998.
Obituary published: April 19, 1998 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Baby Symphony Belle Ruiz

Died December 15, … More Information
Baby Symphony Belle Ruiz, born December 15, 2017 joined the Lord December 15, 2017 in Roswell, Georgia. Baby was 0.
Family members and close friends: , Christine Hernandez

▰ Arturo Ruiz

Died July 11, … More Information
Arturo Ruiz, born May 11, 1957 left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home July 11, 2020 in Lilburn, Georgia. Arturo was 63.
Family members and close friends: , Ana Padilla-perez, Gilberto Espino

▰ Arthur C Jr "Chico" Ruiz

Died April 19, … More Information
Arthur C Jr "Chico" Ruiz, age 47 of Georgia, born in San Antonio, Texas, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 19, 2000.
Obituary published: April 20, 2000 in "Augusta Ch"

▰ Anthony Aguilar Ruiz

Died May 28, … More Information
Anthony Aguilar Ruiz, born July 10, 2001 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 28, 2020 in Roswell, Georgia. Anthony was 18.

▰ Amy Marie Ruiz

Died May 22, … More Information
Amy Marie Ruiz, born April 11, 1978 passed from this life on May 22, 2017 in Columbus, Georgia. Amy was 39.
Family members and close friends: , Warren Family, Joanne Hickman

▰ Amanda Ruiz

Died March 08, … More Information
Amanda Ruiz, born March 9, 1989 passed from this world into the next March 8, 2016 in Santa Maria, Georgia. Amanda was 26.

▰ Amalia Perez Garcia Ruiz

Died March 28, … More Information
Amalia Perez Garcia Ruiz passed away March 28, 2017 in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Tags: #Cesar
Obituary: Amalia passed away on , 28, 2017. Amalia was a resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia at the time of passing. Amalia was married to Cesar.

▰ Alicia Ruiz

Died July 13, … More Information
Alicia Ruiz, born December 6, 1921 passed from this world into the next July 13, 2017 in Dacula, Georgia. Alicia was 95.

▰ Adolfo Ernesto Ruiz

Died February 01, … More Information
Adolfo Ernesto Ruiz, born January 14, 1999 went to be with the Lord on February 1, 2017 in Hampton, Georgia. Adolfo was 18. Tags: #Jerry #Amirelles #Hampton #Grace #Ryan #Joseph #Genesis #Angelic #York #Berea #Pastor #Riley
Obituary: Adolfo Ernesto Ruiz, age 18, of Hampton, GA passed away 1, 2017. Adolfo was a senior at Hampton High School. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, video games, and hunting. Survivors are his parents, Jerry and Amirelles Ruiz of Hampton; siblings, Grace, Jerry, Ryan, Joseph and Genesis; grandmother, Angelic Peralto of New York. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on evening from 5 – 7:00 PM. A graveside service will be on , 7, 2017 – 11:00 AM at Berea in Hampton with Pastor Dave Riley officiating. Haisten – McDonough 770-914-8833 haistenfunerals.com

▰ Adolfo Ernesto Ruiz

Died February 01, … More Information
Adolfo Ernesto Ruiz, born January 14, 1999 went to be with the Lord on February 1, 2017 in McDonough, Georgia. Adolfo was 18.
Family members and close friends: , Pupi Guerra, Tammy Lauderdale

▰ Md Joseph M Ruisanchez

Died September 05, … More Information
Md Joseph M Ruisanchez, age 84 of Georgia, born in New Jersey, died on September 5, 1999.
Obituary published: September 06, 1999 in "ATC Press (NJ)"

▰ Joseph M Dr Ruisanchez

Died September 06, … More Information
Joseph M Dr Ruisanchez, age 84 of Milledgeville, Georgia, entered into eternal rest September 6, 1999.
Obituary published: September 07, 1999 in "Macon T"
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