Mr. Donald Ray Ruis Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Donald Ray Ruis, 78, of Tallahassee, Florida, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at his residence, while surrounded by his loving family. A son of Joseph S. Ruis and Hazel V. Brown Ruis, of blessed memory, he was born in Moultrie, Georgia in August 22, 1942. He is also preceded in death by a daughter, Sheryl Ruis Kirkland; and sister, Judy Ann Ruis. Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Geri Norman Ruis; son, Wendell Peacock (wife, Janet); daughter, Cheryl Kane; granddaughters, Megan Snooks and Dianna Kane; grandsons, Andrew Peacock, Justin Ralston and Drew Kirkland; great-grandson, Cohen Newman; sisters, Betty Strickland (husband, Charlie) and Brenda Dekle (Simeon); brothers, Jerry Ruis (wife, Lolly) and Bobby Ruis (wife, Janice); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A talented woodworker, he owned and operated Excel Moulding for many years. A devoted member at Evangel Church, he served as an Usher for many years, enjoyed saltwater fishing and deeply loved his family. Visitation is from 10:00 until 11:00 AM, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Evangel Church, with the funeral beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Tallahassee Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Evangel Church. The online guestbook can be found at www.abbeyfh.com.

Mr. Donald Ray Ruis

August 22, 1942 - July 24, 2021