Samuel Gene Ruhl

Samuel Gene Ruhl, age 82 of Puryear, TN, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at his residence.

Sam was born in Oakland, CA, on January 11, 1944.

He married Dorene Diana Ruhl on March 24, 1967. Dorene preceded him in death on January 11, 2019.

Sam spent many years working for U.S. Cold Storage as a production and delivery manager. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and working on cars in his younger years. He was avid San Francisco 49ers fan and cherished the time spent with his family.

He is survived by one son, Michael (Kana) Ruhl of Puryear, TN; six grandchildren, Alyssa Scroggins, Michael Ruhl II, Patricia Ruhl, Richard (Chrissy) Woodard, Semantha (John) Orozco and Chelsea (Brandon) Williams; and four great-grandchildren, Hope Woodard, Cheyanne Woodard, Brianna Hilford, and Logan Hilford.

In addition to his wife and parents, Sam was also preceded in death by one daughter, Cynthia Woodard; and one brother, James “Jim” Ruhl.

Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap Street, Paris, TN, 38242, is handling the arrangements. His remains are to be cremated with no public services to be held at this time.