Paula Ruiz

January 26, 1947 ~
August 12, 2023

Paula Ruiz, age 76, of Grand Rapids, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Paula was a kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and a friend to many. She was blessed with the gift of hospitality and was known for her generous compassion and the many delicious meals she would cook. She was active at her church for many years, serving with her gift of music. She was blessed with a beautiful voice and sang in the choir. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Miguel Ruiz; her children, Felix Hernandez, German Ruiz, Miguel Jr. Ruiz, and Rosemary Ruiz; her grandchildren, Felix Jr., Joshua, Felicia, Malina, Cira, Adyaneez, Nayleen, Angel; two great-grandchildren; her siblings, Maria Rodriguez, Juanita Cruz, Carlos Cruz, Andres Cruz, Domingo Cruz, Johnny Cruz, Manuel Cruz; many loving extended family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 225 32nd St. SW, Wyoming, MI. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday, August 18 from 6-9 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW.

Visitation
Friday, August 18
6:00pm - 9:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday, August 19
11:00am

St. Joseph the Worker
225 32nd Street SW
Wyoming, MI 49548
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August 18, 2023 11:41am
My mom was the best mom, gramma, aunt, and friend . She was a woman with the biggest heart and she welcomed everyone with open arms. Mami I will miss your voice and calls and I love you soo much. Thanks for showing me the right from wrong. Love Germancito

- German Ruiz

August 17, 2023 4:54am
Paula, will be missed so so much. My sincere condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are for the family. 💔😢🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

- Linda Rosa-DeLeon

August 15, 2023 9:28pm
We extend our condolences to the family of Paula!! Beautiful lady with a heart of hold and angelic voice. May she rest in the arms of our Lord. Prayers for her family especially nuestro querido Miguelito.

- Enrique y Silvia Padilla

August 15, 2023 5:45pm
Prayers and condolences to all family and friends, Paula will truly be missed, may she rest in peace. Love you Paula, GOD has you now

- Brenda Alvarez

August 15, 2023 1:52pm
Paula was a true angel in this life and will continue to be an angel in heaven. Her passing will leave a huge gap in our hearts, but we know she is in a better place, singing songs of praise. She will truly be missed, but never forgotten. Love you so much titi. May you shine like the smile you gave to all of us.

- Lilly Ortiz

August 13, 2023 11:09pm
Me and my family are deeply saddened on the loss Paula Ruiz She was precious, a gift from God, so much beauty, grace, love and patience she possessed. She touched my heart in so many ways. Even on dark days, her strength and smile made me realize I had an angel beside me. I Loved receiving her calls, talks, prayers, and the joy of hearing her sing. We will always cherish the beautiful memories she leaves with all. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.

- Daisy




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