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Gary P. Ruhl, 66

April 24, 2019

Gary P. Ruhl, 66, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2019. Gary was the loving husband of Janice (Conner) Ruhl, and together on April 21, 2019 they celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary.

He was an active member of multiple clubs including the Lancaster County Shrine, Red Rose Lodge #16 FOP, Harrisburg Consistory, Lancaster Lodge of Perfection, Lodge #43, Zembo Shrine and Lancaster Forrest #27. Gary was an avid golfer who loved to watch all kinds of sports, but most of all, he loved his family and spending time with them.

Gary is survived by his wife, Janice; his brother, Roger Ruhl; his children: Shannon Ruhl, Sharra Cauler, wife of Sean, Shayle McDonald, wife of Josh, and Shane Ruhl, husband of Diana; grandchildren: Jaedon, Skylar, Skylee, Ella, Nathan, Conner and a baby girl due in July.

A private service was held for the family. Gary is laid to rest at Riverview Burial Park, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607 or to Autism Speaks, 1060 State Rd, Second Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540.

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Condolences to the Family

April 30, 2019

Dear Janice;
So sorry to read about Gary’s passing.  One is never truly prepared to lose a soul mate.
I pray for strength and comfort for you and your family.
Murl Clark

April 29, 2019

 Janice, Roger & Family,
Our sincerest sympathy, in the passing of Gary. Memoiries live on, all for the good.
Craig & Linda Kirchoff
 

April 28, 2019

Roger,
So sorry to hear about Gary.  Keeping you my thoughts & prayers! It seems like you guys playing softball was just yesterday!
Deb Hanna Bortle

April 28, 2019

Janice and Family,My sincerest sympathy in Garys passing ,May the Lord  comfort your hearts and minds and give  you all peace…Wonderful memories of being your neighbor  on Orange St.for many years..God Bless. .Sincerely. Deb and Ken Zimmerman. and family.+

April 28, 2019

My deepest condolences to the entire family. So very sorry for your loss. May your family find peace & comfort together during this very difficult time.
James Ulmer

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