Ruben was born on November 3, 1965 in Lubbock, Texas a son of Eusebio Valdez and Connie (Galindo) Valdez.
He was preceded in death by his father: Eusebio Valdez, one son in infancy: Ruben (RuRu) Valdez Jr., and one brother Marino Valdez.
He is survived by three sons: Nicholas Valdez, Noah Valdez, and Nathaniel Valdez, all of Duncanville, Texas.
He is also survived by the love of his life and best friend: Sylvia Valdez
One sister: Diane Valdez of Dallas, and one brother: Ray Valdez of Dallas.
Though Ruben was born in Lubbock, Texas, he was raised in Dallas and graduated from Justin F. Kimball High School in 1984. And worked for Work Wear Safety Shoes.
When Ruben wasn’t working he would be doing other things that he enjoyed that included grilling, coaching his son’s sports teams, fishing, golfing, or relaxing on the patio listening to KISS music, while drinking a cold one.
Ruben’s wish was for everyone to wear a KISS shirt to his memorial service, or any other classic rock t-shirt you may have.
A memorial service and celebration of life for Ruben will be held on Thursday, December 20. 2018 at 10:00 AM at Calvary Hill Funeral Home, located at 3235 Lombardy Lane, Dallas, Texas 75220.
A light reception will be held at Calvary Hill Funeral Home following the service.
Calvary Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery in Dallas, Texas has charge of arrangements.