Allen Shaffer

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Allen "Al" Shaffer, on December 5, 2024. Born on June 22, 1947 in Portage Pennsylvania.  Allen is preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Hilda Shaffer (nee Kreutzberger), spouse Deborah Shaffer (nee Anselmo), and brother Ronald Shaffer.

Allen was a proud Veteran of the United States Navy. They shaped him into the man he became. He was a cook while in the service on a ship. After being discharged, he became a baker that was his career.

Allen touched many lives with his kindness and generosity. If you needed help doing something he would be there for you.   He leaves behind his sister and nephew, Linda and Clint Welsh and many dear friends and neighbors. He will be missed.

Viewing  will be Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 12-1 pm at Vito-Nero Funeral Home; 6130 Turney Road Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125. He will enter his eternal resting place at 1:30 pm at Calvary Cemetary. Please NO Flowers.

Albert J Ruiz

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.