William Robert Ruffing

William Robert Ruffing "Teke" Best softball player in the world

81, Passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 8, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh on January 21, 1944. Beloved son to the late William A. and Madge Ruffing. Loving father to James Ruffing, Carol (Martin) Nowakowski, Robert W. Ruffing and David Ruffing. Proud grandfather to Nicholas Ryan Sherry, Madison Paige Nowakowski and Robert W. Ruffing Jr. Brother to Monna (late Robert) Babski. Also survived by loving niece Donna (Bob) Ritchey and nephew Bob (Kelly) Babski. Will be dearly missed by loving family members and friends. 

Friends will be received at Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 9:30 am. to 10:30 am. with a Blessing service at 10:30am. 

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