He spent his teenage years working on cars and being surrounded by friends. Briefly working for his father in the Masonry business after high school, Frank moved on to West Valley College. Eventually he ended up at Heald College and graduated with an associate degree in electrical engineering.
Frank was a beloved, caring, devoted husband to Colleen Ruffo, and their love spanned almost twenty-two years. Dedicated Dog-Dad to Liesl and Thor. Loving brother to Ernie Ruffo (Patty), Judy Cordano (Mike), Kirk Ruffo (Amy) and Brother-in-law to Sharon and Gene Stottrup. Cherished Uncle to Christian Ruffo, Dane Ruffo, Lauren Ruffo-Hiestand (Scott), Kelsey Cordano, Casey and Sara. Great Uncle to Payton, Waylon, and Harlyn Hiestand. Nephew to Ronald Ruffo and Lois Bertolacci. Preceeded in death by his parents, Marie and Ernie Ruffo.
Even in recent years Frank spent a lot of his free time modifying his Jeep, Hellcat, and Hot Rods. He was a dedicated employee of Ruckus Wireless for close to two decades, serving as Principal Hardware Engineer. Frank was a loving caretaker who tirelessly took great care of his parents in the final years, hours, and minutes of their lives.
Friends and family would agree their world was a better place with Frank in it. He was taken entirely too soon, leaving a hole in many hearts.
Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Lima Family Erickson Memorial Chapel, 710 Willow Street, San Jose. Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022 at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 219 Bean Avenue, Los Gatos.
With Frank's love of Hot Rods in mind, we encourage attendees to drive their own Hot Rods to the services.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Heart Association.
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