Marlin Frank Ruffaner

     Marlin Frank Ruffaner, 80, of Worthington, died on Friday March 5, 2021 in his residence.  He was born on July 11, 1940 in North Buffalo Township to the late Frank V. & Freda A. (Knappenberger) Ruffaner.  Marlin was a truck driver for UPS and was a member of Faith Cathedral.  He served in the U.S. Army and he enjoyed spending time with his family, hunting, tinkering in the garage, operating heavy equipment, traveling and camping.  

     He leaves behind to cherish his memory: wife of 61 years, M. Jean (Wible) Ruffaner of Worthington; daughter, Jeanie (Bob) Schall of Ravenna, OH; son, Clifford (Rhonda) Ruffaner of Butler, PA; granddaughters, Heather (Geoffrey) Urbanek of Streetsboro, OH and Amanda Schall of Ravenna, Oh; grandsons, Jason Schall of Diamond, OH and Matthew (Amber) Stitt of Ford City, PA; granddaughter, Kiley (Ian) Jewart of Butler, PA; grandson, Kurtis (fiancée Kala) Ruffaner of Butler, PA; granddaughter, Kara Ruffaner of Butler, PA; 5 great-grandchildren; and sister, Martha (Harry) Tribby, of New Wilmington, PA.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth W. Ruffaner 

     Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will hold a private visitation and service with the Rev. Neal Reedy officiating.  Burial will be in Worthington Lutheran Cemetery.  Family asks that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to a charity of your choice.

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