Franklin Dean Ruark Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Franklin Dean Ruark in Berlin, Maryland. Franklin, born on April 13, 1959, passed away on October 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Franklin Dean Ruark to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Franklin R. Ruark and Della Ruark (Dickson); his wife Donna Ruark; and his son Christopher Ruark. He is survived by: his son Adam Ruark; his sister Pamela Lauer-Hamilton (Matt); his nephew Theodore Lauer (Laura); his niece Rose Hamilton (Topher); his great-nephew Jack Lauer; and his caregivers, Lauren, Emily and Connie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Franklin's honor to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.