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James F. Ruffer, Jr.

1945 - 2015

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Steve Catman posted a condolence

Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Greetings Gail, I just now became aware that Jim had passed. Please accept my belated condolences. I hope you are doing well. I haven't see you since June or July 1974 when you came to my son, Derick's, christening party in Warner Robins, GA Sincerely, Steve

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Steve Belcher posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

RIP my MP Brother,Condolences to the family.I know James was a proud Vietnam veteran, a proud 615th MP Bloodhound.Our prayers go out to the family for your lose. Steve Belcher,615thMP CO. 69-70

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Andrew(David) Bowman, Spc4, 615 MP Company 1968 posted a condolence

Monday, April 4, 2016

I served with/under Sgt.Ruffer for several months during 1968. I enjoyed knowing him and being under his leadership. He treated all his soldiers with respect & friendship. We shared many conversations about home, family, future hopes & dreams in the barracks or on duty. I considered him as a friend. He was a fine soldier, a really good sergeant, and an even better man. My condolences to all the family & loved-ones. It's a shame he died so young. May God give comfort to you in this time of sorrow. David Bowman Stone Mountain,GA

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Al Bradley posted a condolence

Monday, April 4, 2016

I am so very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He and I were very good friends while we served with the 615th MP COMPANY. He was my Patrol Supervisor while I was the Desk Sgt in Bien Hoa, Vietnam 1967-1968. I had attempted to locate Jim in the early part of 2000, but failed. My deepest sympathy to his family. I think of him often. I have a photo of the two of us together in my den.

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Arnie Daxe posted a condolence

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Sergeant Jim Ruffer was one of my best soldiers in Vietnam. He was a member of the great 615th MP Company "The Bloodhounds" and was quite a guy. When the going was tough, Sgt Ruffer was there. He was a wonderful, compassionate individual and the soldiers in his squad always looked up to him. I could tell by his quiet demeanor that his upbringing in upstate New York was the reason he was such a fine young man. He was only five years younger than me and being from downstate New York, we always shared jokes together. Although Vietnam could be a tough place to soldier, my tour was made easier by knowing and respecting this fine individual. I ran into him again after Vietnam when he was a civilian at - I think - Fort McClellan Alabama. We finally had a few beers together and laughed about our times in 'Nam. I will miss him as will all the brothers who knew him. I remained in the US Army for 29 years and I can say unequivocally he was my best soldier I had the pleasure of serving with during my six months in command. I salute him and may he rest in peace knowing he served America with distinction.

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Fred Honerkamp posted a condolence

Sunday, April 3, 2016

I commanded the 615th MP Company in Viet Nam the year following Jim's tour of service. He had a fine reputation and all Bloodhounds are suffering his loss. Know that his brothers in arms will keep him in our thoughts and prayers, Welcome home, my brother, welcome home, Captain Fred Honerkamp Commander, 615th MP Company 68-69

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Jim Vore posted a condolence

Sunday, April 12, 2015

Rest in peace old friend. classmate, condolences to family!

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Richard Allen posted a condolence

Saturday, April 11, 2015

To Jim's family, thank you for the allowing me to attend the service for your DAD on Thursday. It was great meeting you all and look forward to seeing you at the service in Troy. Jim was a great guy and an even better friend. He will surely be missed.

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Michele Gendron Bemis posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2015

I remember Jimmy as a really nice guy. So sad to hear of his passing. I hope all the wonderful memories you have of your Dad will help ease your sadness in the coming days. My condolences to you all.

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Del Ohara posted a condolence

Friday, April 10, 2015

So sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. Have known Jim since high school years and have many good memories. My sympathy to all the family. RIP Jim.

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Pete and Debbie Dziamba posted a condolence

Sunday, April 5, 2015

We send our love and prayers. God Bless

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Art Durivage posted a condolence

Sunday, April 5, 2015

To:Gail and Family.I send you my deepest condolences over the loss of your beloved James F.Ruffer Jr.May he rest in peace and may God be by your side through this very trying time.

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Thomas M Riley Sr posted a condolence

Saturday, April 4, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. God bless!!!

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The family of James F. Ruffer, Jr. posted a condolence

Friday, April 3, 2015

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