Obituary - Vern Ruff
Vern Ruff
1942 - 2023
Vernon Edward Ruff, beloved husband of 62 years to Marlene, passed away peacefully while in the comfort of his home on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the age of 81 years. Along with Marlene, Vern’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of his family: daughter, Joni (Murray) and their family, Justin (Amy), Ben (Megan) and Will † ; son, Jim (Angie) and their family, Nico, Noah and Talia; daughter, Kathy (Carmen) and their family, Courtney (Jared), Cameron (Hannah), Paige (Joel), Chad (Brittany) and their son Cooper as well as Austin (Mikaela). Vern is survived by two brothers, Ray (Bernie) and family, Bob (Lyndell) and family as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family. Along with his parents, William and Louise Ruff, Vern was predeceased by a grandson, Will Bouchard as well as a nephew, Rob Ruff. Vern was born in Medicine Hat on March 8, 1942. While still in High School, he started working with his brother, Ray for their Dad at the family garage, Bill’s Automotive Ltd. They eventually purchased the garage, continuing the family business until their retirement. Relatives and friends are invited to a come and go celebration of Vern’s life to be held in the Cook Southland Reception Facility, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, between 10:00 a.m. and Noon. Casual dress is encouraged for this opportunity to “Have a coffee on Vern”. If friends so desire, donations in memory of Vern may be made to AJ’s Loan Cupboard, P.O. Box 45006, MacKenzie Drugs Postal Outlet, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 0B1.
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Duncan Laidlaw:
Jun 14, 2023 at 06:58 PM
Condolences to the Ruff family. RIP Vern.
Colin Wittke:
Jun 15, 2023 at 10:25 AM
Marlene, Joni, Jim and Kathy; So very sorry to hear of your loss, Vern was a very special person. I first met him around 7 or 8 yrs old, and I always felt he had one of the sharpest senses-of-humor of anyone I've ever known. To this very day, I still use some friendly wise-cracks that I first heard from Vern.
Marlene, you and Vern always made your home feel so welcoming, thanks so much for that, you were an amazing team. My heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Barry Dooley:
Jun 15, 2023 at 10:29 AM
Sorry to hear of your husband's and father's passing. Thinking of you Marlene.
Marlene Lind:
Jun 15, 2023 at 11:18 AM
Dear Marlene and family: So sorry to hear of Vern’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Natalie & Mister:
Jun 15, 2023 at 02:29 PM
Condolences & prayers to you Marlene & your Family.
Vern,
Mister & I will remember you fondly. Rest Peacefully.
xoxo
Valana Ashlie:
Jun 15, 2023 at 03:43 PM
Dear Marlene, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Vern. He was a wonderful person, I always enjoyed him. I thought you were the best wife for him and made such a perfect couple.
Rob & Rose Pender:
Jun 15, 2023 at 09:49 PM
Our deepest sympathy Marlene and your families.
Freda Elliot Bertelsen:
Jun 15, 2023 at 10:56 PM
Dear Marlene and family, we are so sorry to hear of Vern's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Fly with the Angels Vern and keep watch over your beautiful family. xoxo
Laura Schneider Volk:
Jun 16, 2023 at 03:37 PM
Marlene and family,
My thoughts are with you all. Hold on to your memories. Vern is in eternal peace now.
Tom Mcleay:
Jun 16, 2023 at 07:16 PM
As a kid I lived my summers at the Hill pool. I first "met" Vern and Ray there. Vern and Ray were everything I ever hoped to be. I knew very little about them but I watched them. They were full of life and everything I hoped to be as a young adult.
As I got older I was also into cars in a big way. They were also into cars and speed parts. I bought some from them on Kingsway. They were my hero’s, but I was too shy to ever get to know them. Today, as a 71 year old; I look back and see just how much Vern and Ray influenced my life. Thank you guys! Vern will always be part of me, and I thank him for his gift. This man will always be “my hero”
Larry Todd:
Jun 17, 2023 at 10:53 AM
Sorry for your loss. We were school mates.
Marilyn Herrmann:
Jun 19, 2023 at 12:03 AM
Sending sincere sympathy to Joni and the entire family.
Jay Schacker:
Jun 19, 2023 at 12:39 PM
So sorry to here of Vern's passing. Although I hadn't talked to Vern for some time...I always enjoyed our conversations when we did meet up. My Condolences to all the Ruff Family on your loss...you all were a big part of my life growing up.
Deb Wiebe:
Jun 19, 2023 at 09:21 PM
Sincerely sorry to hear of your loss. He always had a joke & great sense of humour. May he be at peace.
Jeanette Martin:
Jun 20, 2023 at 11:19 PM
Marlene,
I am so sorry to hear about Vern’s passing. You guys were married a
long time, and I’m sure you will miss him terribly.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️
Jeanette.
Sheri Craven:
Jun 21, 2023 at 10:56 AM
Marlene, Joni, Jim and Kathy. So sorry to hear about the passing of Vern. Sending our condolences to all of you and your families. Murray and Sheri Craven