Marcial (John) Ruiz

July 10, 1926 - May 13, 2017

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Marcial (John) Ruiz was born on July 10, 1926, to Polo and Martha (Rosas) Ruiz in Mexico. On October 4, 1956, he married Margarita Cortez in Lubbock and received his citizenship on September 27, 1972. Marcial loved his job working on a ranch. He was a member Christ the King Cathedral and served as an Usher. He also enjoyed wrestling, and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and two sisters.

Marcial is survived by his loving wife, Margarita Ruiz; nine children, Martha (Jose Antonio – deceased) Escamilla, David (Virginia) Ruiz, Alice Ruiz, Yolanda Ruiz, Mary (Mike) Russell, Carlos (Christina) Ruiz, Rosie Ruiz, Clay Ruiz, and JoAnn Ruiz (Ron Stephens); nineteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and three sisters, Louisa Ruiz, Amelia Ruiz, and Stephanie Ruiz.

We would like to thank Interim Hospice for their care and compassion to Marcial and our family during his last days.

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My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. We would see John every Sunday ushering for Mass. Such a sweet and kind man. Alwaysreliable and happy. We know that he is a man of God and he is with his family in heaven and his health is perfect. We will keep John and the family inour prayers. Know that we are here for you if you should need us. Peace of Christ be with you and may your memories be ones of joy and peace.The Lord is the king of our hearts and he is loving John. There are not tears or sadness in heaven. Only Smiles and laughter. Please John watch over us and pray for us.

To Margarita ,Martha, and family,Our deepest condolences go out to you all. So sorry for your loss.We thought a lot of John and your family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.