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Michael C. Ruhl, 71, of Indiana, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Beacon Ridge Personal Care.
He was born November 20, 1954 to Carl E. and Dorothy (Stamm) Ruhl in Lock Haven.
He was Methodist by faith. He worked at Reliable Contracting in Maryland before moving to Indiana, where he worked at Taylor Trucking. He enjoyed working on cars and attending car shows.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Phyllis (Patterson) Ruhl, two sons, David M. Ruhl and wife Maranda, Indiana, Jon A. Ruhl, a grandson Finnley D. Ruhl, all of Indiana.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ronald and Jeffery Ruhl.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023
The family of Michael C. Ruhl is being cared for by the John A. Lefdahl Funeral Home of Indiana.
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