Joseph Kenneth Ruark Sr. Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Joseph Kenneth Ruark Sr. (Cambridge, Maryland), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Joseph left this world on April 16, 2026 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Kenneth Ruark Sr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Ruark and Brooksie Creighton Ruark; and his brothers, Freddie Ruark and Arvie Ruark. He is survived by: his wife Janet Bell Ruark; his sons, Joseph K. "JoJo" Ruark, Jr. (Katie Coats) and Josh Ruark (Kirsten); his siblings, Etta Lee Powley, Bonnie Newcomb (Paul), Nancy Todd, Elmer Ruark, Luther Ruark, Sr. and Clarence Ruark (Janet); and his grandchildren, Jacob Ruark, Jade Ruark and Jaxon Ruark. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joe's name can be sent to Hooper's Island Volunteer Fire Company, c/o Rosemary Dean, P.O. Box 125, Fishing Creek, MD 21634 or Riverside Wesleyan Church, P.O. Box 164, Fishing Creek, MD 21634.
