April 8, 1928 -February 12, 2024

Albert Joseph Ruiz age 95. Beloved husband of 42 years to the late Norma (nee McConnell); loving son of Doroteo and Vincenza (both deceased); cherished father of Connie Wargo (Ernie) and Diane Ficzner (Tom); loving grandfather of Cheri, Catherine (Brian), David, Brett (Mandy), and Kelly (Scott); great-grandfather of Kyle, Jacob, Brynn, Brook, and Landyn; loving brother of Frank, Vincenta, and the following deceased: Augustine, Natalie, Julius, Earl, Peter, and Victoria. Albert was a proud US Navy Veteran, member of American Legion of Maple Heights, and Knights of Columbus. He was originally from Chicago; Al came to Cleveland in 1951 and worked as an Engineer for 40 years. He was a mentor to many in the engineering field. Al enjoyed his family, golf, and especially walking and swimming.

Service: Friday, February 16, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Monica Church 13623 Rockside Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. and on Friday 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Vito-Nero Funeral Home 6130 Turney Rd. Garfield Hts., OH 44125.

Interment will take place at a later time.