Jerry Ruc

October 16, 1954 - June 16, 2022

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Mr. Jerry Ruc, 67, of Greenville, SC, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 16, 2022 at McCall Hospice House.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Alba Villegas Mejia, his four children and their families, Christina and her spouse, Ian Ruc, Diana and her sons, Frankie and Max, Alex and his wife, Liz Ruc-House, and Stephanie and her husband, Aaron Lasater and their daughter, Mila. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 37 years, Janet Ruc, and by his father, Josef Ruc.

Jerry is remembered by family and friends as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He had a thirst for knowledge and strived to enlighten anyone who would listen. His career as an engineer allowed him to travel around the world, sharing his brilliance with others. His love of life was instilled upon his family and they are proud of his accomplishments both professional and personal. He will be deeply missed and remembered by all who knew him.

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Mr. Jerry Ruc, 67, of Greenville, SC, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 16, 2022 at McCall Hospice House. Jerry is survived by his wife, Alba Villegas Mejia, his four children and their families, Christina and her spouse, Ian Ruc, Diana and her sons, Frankie and Max, Alex and his wife, Liz Ruc-House, and StephanieContinue Reading

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My condolences to the family of Jerry. He was a good friend of mine. We met at Sulzer Pump around 15 year's ago. He was very intelligent and loved life. He was so looking forward to retirement. He had a reverse count down clock on his desk. Then he was looking forward to enjoying life with his wife at the time but unfortunately she passed away and took the wind from his sail. Until later when he remaired a woman from Colombia. Where he planned on retiring there. There's where him and I shared the same interest as I was dating also a woman from Colombia. We both bought places on the beach in Columbia and planned on meeting each other in Colombia and enjoying retirement together as friends. I couldn't believe he had passed as it wasn't that long ago we had talked. Jerry and I would talk all the time about everything. He was very knowledgeable on so many subjects. I am going to miss him very much as I know his family and other friends will. Again my deepest condolences! Sincerely Russell Maio.

Jerry was a very caring and passionate man. The wisdom and patience he shared with the people he interacted with made it such a delight to work with Jerry. He will be forever in my prayers and the impact he made on me in career will live forever. Rest my friend.

Sincere condolences to the Ruc family. I had the privilege to work with Jerry at Sulzer. He was a fantastic engineer and a wonderful person. RIP Jerry GBNF

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