Paul E. Ruffner, 79, of Rimersburg, PA, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born October 12, 1934 in Rimersburg, the son of Paul C. and Maxine (Carnahan) Ruffner.
Paul was a lifetime resident of Rimersburg and was a member of Baker Street Church of God. For 32 years he worked in the coal fields as a mechanic, most recently with C&K Coal Company, retiring in 1986. Hunting, fishing and playing golf were his favorite hobbies, and he was well-known for being a jokester. Paul’s family and friends will remember his wonderful sense of humor and how he always had something funny to say.
His memory will be cherished by his loving wife of 62 years, Ruby (Buzzard) Ruffner, whom he married August 11, 1951; son, Ed Ruffner and friend, Suzanne, of Rimersburg; brother, William Ruffner and wife, Linda, of DuBois; sisters, Patty Riggins, of Maryland, and Elaine Bish, of Myrtle Beach, SC; daughter-in-law, Sally Ruffner, of Templeton; step-grandchildren, Greg Hornberger and wife, BJ, of Templeton, and Aaron Kroh and wife, Andrea, of Hermitage; and six step-great-granddaughters.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents; son, Bob Ruffner; and infant son, Sammy Ruffner.
Relatives and friends may visit from 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at the Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 758 Main Street, Rimersburg, PA.
Additional visitation will be from 10 AM until the time of funeral services at 11 AM at the funeral home on Friday, March 7, 2014, with the Rev. John A. Milliron officiating.
Burial will be in Rimersburg Cemetery, Rimersburg, PA.
Contributions can be made in Paul’s memory to a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home