Anthony "Tony" D. Ruffin

Anthony D. Ruffin, son of Willie C. And Ruby Ruffin, was born on March 17th, 1957, connecting with his father Samuel Ridley later in life. He gave his life to the Lord at an early age at Friendship
Baptist Church.

After graduating from Highlands High School in 1976, he enlisted in the United States Army. After completing multiple years, he transitioned to the Army Reserves and ultimately decided to enlist in the United States Coast Guard. When he tested for the USCG, he was so good they made him test twice! He scored so high on the written test, they thought he had cheated so they made him come back and retake the test orally and he only missed two. He retired after 20 years of dedicated service in June 2001. He was very intelligent and big on education; he taught math and physical education in Saipan. After retirement, he went on to work for the United States Internal Revenue Service, completing 11 years.

He went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Phoenix and his Master of Arts degree from New College of California, School of Law.  In his down time, he enjoyed fishing, computers, and spending time with his family watching Spongebob Squarepants.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Willie C. Ruffin and his father, Samuel Ridley. Grandparents, Raymond and Earseline Kelly; Joseph and Elvernia Ruffin; and C.B. Benjamin.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Rosana Ruffin; children, Christopher Ruffin, Carissa Ruffin, Antoinette Ruffin, Samuel Ruffin, Kaitlyn Ruffin, and Anthony Ruffin Jr.; his mother, Ruby Ruffin; sister, Brenda Brock (Tim) of San Antonio; brother, Darryl Ruffin of San Antonio, and sister, Pamela Ridley of Sparks, NV. His grandchildren, Tanaeya Ruffin, Hezekiah Webb, Kaila Johnson, and Skylar Johnson along with a host of other family members and friends.