RUIZ, Delfina

Norvel Owens Mortuary, Flagstaff, Arizona Delfina M. Ruiz (December 24, 1923 - December 20, 2007) Delfina M. Ruiz, beloved Mother, born December 24th.1923, passed away December 20, 2007; those of us who loved her will miss her. Born to Leonarda and Francisco Macias, Delfina grew up in Flagstaff with her four brothers Mark, Angel, Pascual, Ray Macias, and her sister Polly (Dominguez). Delfina, was active in her church and taught Religious Education classes for more years than one could count. After retiring from teaching, she was a proud lector at St. Pius X Catholic Church for many years. Many parishioners and clergy complimented her on the beauty and strength of her voice. On one occasion when Delfina lectured, a friend told her “I can hear the Lord in your voice”. She was employed at the Flagstaff Army Depot, during WWII where she taught herself to drive, gear by gear as she delivered jeeps. She was proud of her country, and tearfully sent her sons and grandson off to serve in various branches of the military during many international conflicts. She often bragged how well represented her family was in each branch of the military. She was well known and complimented for her meatloaf and green chile with pork. During her later years, Delfina enjoyed volunteering her time to the St. Vincent De Paul society. She often spoke of how much fun she had with her “Viejas” enjoying many spirited lunches and their charming conversations. Many of her beloved friends and relatives who preceded her in death will be welcoming her unto them. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Blas Ruiz Sr. They are survived by their children Blas Ruiz Jr. (Flagstaff), Gabriel M. Ruiz (Flagstaff), Trinidad Lucero (Flagstaff), and Reuben M. Ruiz (Glendale).Their children blessed them with three granddaughters, five grandsons, four great granddaughters and two great grandsons. Rosary services will be Sunday, December 23 at 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 224 S. Kendrick Street. Mass will be Monday, December 24, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Pius X , 2257 E. Cedar Ave., Flagstaff AZ. Burial services will precede the mass at Calvary citizens Cemetery. Reception to follow at St. Pius X Reception Hall.