John Philip Ruffner

John P. Ruffner, 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Nov. 10, 2020. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Ida D. Ruffner; father, Fred Ruffner; mother, Hallie Owens; stepfather, Montie Owens; sister, Nellie Jenkins and her husband, Millard; brother, Arthur Ruffner, and three stepbrothers, Harold, Eldon and Marion Owens.

He is survived by his son, Keith P. Ruffner and his wife, Merry of Flat Rock, MI; daughter, Felecia Dreblow and her husband, Royce; three grandchildren, Seth, Rachel and Miranda along with nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

John spent 2 years serving his country in Germany. He was a member of Peoples Baptist Church in Chesapeake, VA and retired from the Ford Motor Company with 40 years as superintendent of chassis.

A visitation will be held on November 17, 2020 from 4-7 pm and a graveside service on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 10 am. Both services will be at Woodlawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens at 6329 E. VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23502.