David W. Ruoff, age 83, originally from Shillington, PA, passed on to his heavenly home while under hospice care at Ephrata Manor on January 1, 2025. He was surrounded by family and holding hands with his beloved wife, Maria, who he referred to as his "Dream Girl." David was the only child of Sara (Willis) and Stanley Ruoff. Dave graduated from Gov. Mifflin High School in 1959 where he played football and was part of the first Wrestling team.

He then served in the Army with the 82nd Airbourne and was a proud member of the Special Forces as a Green Beret. Dave was in the insurance business for over 55 years founding Financial Alternatives in 1974. He was proud to be a General Agent with Kansas City Life for 50 years. Dave loved hunting, biking and was a member of the Kettle Creek hunting camp in Tioga County where he developed many friendships at this treasured getaway.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his daughter Tara, wife of Dr. Donald Fausnaught of Brownstown and his son Jim Ruoff, husband of Terri (Gallagher) Ruoff of Exeter Township. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren Zack, Cole and Rayne and great grandchildren Tanner and Beckett. Dave was preceded in death by his loving granddaughter, Ali.

Dave was a family man who lived for his children and grandchildren and thoroughly enjoyed all of their activities. Dave was affectionately known as "Poppi" and was a natural comedian, truly one of a kind. As per Dave's wishes, his body was gifted to science via Humanity Gifts Registry. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Tunnel to Towers Foundation in Dave's honor (www.T2T.org) .