Raoul Ruiz
November 05, 1985 - November 20, 2024
Obituary
Raoul Antonio Ruiz (Mijo), 39, of Madison, passed away unexpectedly in an intensive care unit in San Antonio Texas, on November 20th, 2024, at 3:30 p.m., in the loving presence of his family.
Raoul was born on November 5th, 1985, in Madison WI, to Delia Martinez and Raul A. Ruiz. Raoul was the youngest of nine children, he grew up in Waupun WI. In 2003, he graduated high school, and in 2013 he graduated with an associate’s degree in Fire Prevention. He bartended at many different places in Madison, where he met a lot of his friends. In 2022, he moved to San Antonio Texas, to help with his grandparents.
Raoul was a man of remarkable gifts. His love for sports, both playing and cheering on his favorite teams, the San Antonio Spurs and the Dallas Cowboys. He loved being with his family and friends, and he specifically loved making people laugh with his jokes. He had an infectious smile that could light up any room. Raoul made life better simply by being a part of it. He gave the biggest, most beautiful hug anyone could ask for. A devoted son and a friend to so many, Raoul had a natural charm that drew people to him. Handsome, cool, and endlessly fun, he had a way of making every moment special.
Raoul is survived by his mother, Delia Martinez, his father, Raul Ruiz; five sisters, Celestina Jackson, Lyndie Tourville, Frankie Ruiz, Ofelia (Kent) Welsch, Maricia Ruiz, Leticia Ruiz; two brothers, Grabiel (Karen) Ruiz, and Cristo (Shannon) Ruiz; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Raoul was preceded in death by his grandfather, Juan G. Martinez, his grandmothers, Carolina Martinez and Maria A. Ruiz, and his childhood best friend, Ben Gleason.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Ryan Funeral Home, 2418 N Sherman Ave, Madison. A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.
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Charis Zimmick
Other • 5 months ago
Charis Zimmick sent Faithful Friend Standing Spray for Raoul Antonio Ruiz - November 27, 2024
Raoul, when they point to the pictures, we'll tell them your name. We had the time of our lives with you, and we remember it all too well. Forever & always, Katie Kutchin & Charis Zimmick
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Katya Spear
Other • 5 months ago
Katya Spear sent Ocean Breeze Spray for Raoul Antonio Ruiz - November 27, 2024
White for your Spurs Blue for your Cowboys
We'll keep you in our memories today and always Love from Plaza Gurls Erica, Ian, Kenzie, Katya, Bridget, Lizzy, Hayley, Petie, Riggs, Darby, Katrina, Laura
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Charis Zimmick
Other • 5 months ago
Charis Zimmick sent Tender Tribute for Raoul Antonio Ruiz - November 28, 2024
I'm deeply grateful for all that we had and all that we were. I miss you and I love you more than words can say. Forever yours, Charis
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Janet Gehl
Other • 5 months ago
When I think of Raoul, I smile. As mentioned in the obituary, the HUGS! There are so many wonderful memories. Tyler would ask if he can stay for supper. My response was usually , "Let me see if there's enough." My deepest sympathy to all who knew Raoul. I feel blessed to have experienced those amazing hugs. His light shines on. Janet
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David Chen
Other • 5 months ago
Growing up in Waupun, I've had the pleasure of being friends with Raoul as he lived blocks away from me on Main St. and I still have many fond memories from our childhood. Since high school, I have lost touch with a lot of my classmates during that time and I did get the opportunity to see Raoul again when I randomly bumped into him in Madison to catch up. A decade worth of catching up lead to a couple hours of talking about our lives 🙂 Rest easy Raoul. My deepest condolences to his friends, family & loved ones.