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Steve Ruch Obituary

Steve Ruch, age 60, a resident of Colorado Springs area since 1989, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2013 at a local hospital. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He had retired after serving his country for more than 20 years in the United States Army. Steve was born on November 29, 1952 in Madelia, Minnesota to the late Fred and Marjorie (Evjen) Ruch. He was a 1971 graduate of Madelia High School, entered the Army, his proudest time was in the Presidential Honor Guard in Washington D.C. and while serving as a Drill Instructor. After retirement from the Army, he hauled jet fuel throughout the region for Chief Petroleum Company. He met the love of his life, Cheryl Lynn Morris while on assignment in Washington D.C. They had various assignments across the U.S. and in Berlin. Steve loved hunting, country music, and most of all, his family. He will be best remembered for his sense of humor and strong will. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl of Yoder; his three children: TSgt Scott (wife, Stacey) Ruch, United States Air Force, stationed in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Caryn (husband, Nick) Jasa of Omaha, Nebraska; and Cindy (husband, Eric) Benfield of Aztec, New Mexico. He is also survived by his siblings: Deb (husband, Dan) Miller of Hastings, Minnesota; Rich (wife, Brenda) Ruch of New Ulm, Minnesota; Kim Yock of Mankato, Minnesota. He is also survived by eleven wonderful grandchildren and his mother-in-law, Betty Morris of Mission, Texas. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his parents, and most recently, his father-in-law, Howard Morris last December. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 14, 2013 at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel. A reception will follow at the Olympian Plaza Reception and Event Center, 975 South Union Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Steve L. Ruch Memorial in care of Ent Federal Credit Union. Online Condolences: ShrineOfRemembrance.com

Published by The Gazette on Jan. 11, 2013.
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Hands down exceptional leader and person that provided key guidance at a pivotal point in my life. RIP Drill Sergeant Ruch. Warlords '88.

PVT-LCDR(Ret) Lowman

January 22, 2013

art evans

January 12, 2013

I have known Steve and Cheri and their family since our time together in Berlin, Germany. I have watched this wonderful family grow, marry, and start families of their own. Cheri is my best friend and her family is an extension of my family. My heart is very sad at losing Steve - I will always remember his laugh, his stories, and his wonderful kind soul. RIP my friend. Love, Stacia & Roger

Stacia & Roger Cabo

January 11, 2013

Cheri......Steve was such a kind and wonderful person that was always there to lend a helping hand. We've all gone through so much together and if there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. Both of you have been part of our 'family' for such a long, long time. We will cherish all the good times we all had together. We will surely miss him. Love you forever...Terry & Debbie Fowler

January 11, 2013

Cheryl and family. With deepest sympathy,may you find the strength you need to see you through this difficult time. Steve will be missed but lives in your hearts forever.

Jerry Schwartz

January 11, 2013

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