Herbert Francis Ruffin Obituary
The family of Herbert Francis Ruffin (Napa, California) announces his passing on June 27, 2026. Herbert, born on October 14, 1953, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Herbert Francis Ruffin to show support.
He was predeceased by: his mother Hazel Pettaway Ruffin; and his brother Samuel Lee Pettaway. He is survived by: his parent-in-law R. C. Ruffin; his children, Kendra Ruffin of Conley, GA and Isaiah Ruffin (Colleen Ruffin) of Seattle, Washington; his close friend Roy Williams; his wife Karese Young; his stepdaughter Koy Hardy (Sekou Doumbouya); his grandchildren, Corey, Christian Brianna, Chelsie, Mikayla, Isaiah and Lliana; his great grandchildren, Tristian, TaCoreyon, Tremond, Lavender and Christian; his niece Latrecia Buford; his nephew Clarence Pettaway; and his cousins, Marian Pettaway Leslie and William.
