RUYG – John Michael  🍃

Renee, Josie & Bowie,

Our words are few
Our thoughts are deep
Wonderful memories are ours to keep

Gwenda, Gavin, Liam & H Smith

Fly with the angels John.
You were an amazing friend at work and an amazing hubby and Dad.
Lee Wilson

Always had a cheeky smile
Always had a hug for a friend
Always listened and was there for anyone
Just a gentle soul and so honest
I will miss you and my heartfelt thoughts
Are with the family, Renee and Bowie
And Josie. So sad …

our Sorrow is deep for the loss of Gentleman John
Forever in our memories and heart

Will be remembered as a loving and dedicated family man, generous communtiy member and all-round nice guy.

Our thoughts are with Renee, Josie, Bowie and extended family

Such a true man thanks mate Eca

We are lucky to have so many fond memories of a warm gentle caring person who was not only our work colleague but a friend, The last time we caught up for lunch will always remain a special memory. We’re going to miss his beautiful smile, comforting hugs and cheeky laugh.

Our thoughts are with Renee, Josie and Bowie who have lost this beautiful man from their lives way too soon.

May he rest in peace.

Sue & Tessa xx

Words fail to express my sorrow for your loss.
My thoughts
Are with the family, Renee, Bowie
And Josie. ⚘

To Renee and the Ruyg family, Thinking of you at this time. I remember John fondly from our primary school days at St Alipius.
Helen Ryan

John was such a kind and generous man, and he undoubtedly left a lasting impression on others. It was an honour to have known John and on behalf of Traralgon South Primary School, we will do everything we possibly can to support Renee, Josie & Bowie, both now and in the coming years.

My heart is heavy for you all. No words can help but know I am thinking of you and your extended family.

To Renee, Josie and Bowie. My heart is so heavy for you all. Words can’t help much but know I am thinking of you and your extended family.
Karyn

Dear Renee, Josie, Bowie, Ida and all John’s family, our thanks for knowing John, and our thoughts and sorrow are for you in this time,
Michael and Shelley

Dearest Renee, Josie and Bowie. How our hearts are breaking for you. John was a rare gem. Always smiling, kind and welcoming. We have many fond memories of John. There are no words to adequately express the loss of such a wonderful man, or to ease your comfort during this immensely heartbreaking time. Please take some comfort in your cherished memories of your beloved husband and Daddy. The world has lost one of the best. We love you all so very much. Sleep peacefully John xoxo

Deepest sympathy to Renee and family. John was a work colleague who will be sadly missed.
Nick and Rosa Francolino

Thoughts are with Renee, Josie and Bowie, sad to hear of your loss of John, he was a lovely friendly man. RiP John

A great man with a heart of gold who will be sorely missed by so many. Condolences to Renee, Josie and Bowie and family and may fond memories be with you always.
Russell Northe

Our heartfelt condolences to John’s family. We valued his gardening advice but more than that, we valued John’s genuine friendliness towards his fellow man.

Thank you John for making it possible!
I was in Australia with Simon Valente for half a year in 1996. John gave us a home during that time.
I am so grateful for these wonderful memories! Natalie Blume, Bonn, Germany

Goodbye my friend….

Sleep well with your fathers….

I thought I had the time to say goodbye, but in the twinkling of an eye
It was October and already allover
I’m not gonna tell a lie, it’s been a while Since I’ve cried
while I’ve been sober
All the beauty of your life, 2 glowing kids, that spunky wife
And the news that you would not be getting older.

Good Bye my friend, Sleep well with your fathers
I hope to see you again, not in this world but another
I hope to see you again, not in this world but the other….

Now I have to lift my eyes, to see you face up in the sky
A shining start like all the others
I’m honored you took so much time, even now I can’t help but smile
As I remember all the places, we discovered….

Good Bye my friend, Sleep well with your fathers
I hope to see you again, not in this world but another
I hope to see you again, not in this world but the other….

To those of you who wonder why you chose this time to up and die….
Has no one ever told you?
He was always in control, everything he touched just turned to gold
Including what will now unfold before you…

Good Bye my friend, Sleep well with your fathers
I hope to see you again, not in this world but another
I hope to see you again, not in this world but the other….

Were you and I will have the time, and both grow up as brothers,
We’ll both grow up as brothers

I hope to see you again, not in this world but another
I hope to see you again, not in this world but the other….

Our love and thoughts are with Renee, Josie, Bowie, Ida and all of the Ruyg families on the very sad passing of John., a much loved friend, we have so many special memories that we will cherish forever.
Mark & Lisa Boak and family

Goodbye John, I feel so lucky to have shared some favourite things with you – trees, food and pies. I’ll miss our tree talk and I was very proud to know you as an arborist and as a friend. Forever my tree guru. We’ll miss you and our thoughts will always be of you and your family.

Huge Smile, Huge Heart, Huge Presence, Huge Belly Laugh, Huge Hugs

John never had a bad word to say about anybody and saw the positive in everyone.

Great Arborist and a very dear friend

Peakey

Going to miss you big fella. All the conversations about trees that you where so passionate about. You inspired me and put me on the right path in the world of arboriculture. Truly great man that I felt privileged to know and will be very sadly missed. My thoughts are with your family at this time. Rest in Peace mate.

Dear Renee, Josie, Bowie and your families, I am so sad for you all for your loss of John. I met John back in our teens through my sister Kirstin and was always the most caring, fun and friendly guy… John was especially kind to me when I was sick back then which I have never forgotten. He was a wonderful lifelong friend to Kirstin. My thoughts are with you today and John will be missed by us all…Anna Grayson

Ruygy Rest In Peace. You will not be forgotten.

Dear Renee, Josie and Bowie

There are no words other than what a wonderful man John was.

Sending you all our love, Melanie & Vaughan x

Good bye to one of the greatest influences in my life gonna miss you Doc

Ruygie, you were a great work colleague and a fantastic human being. I treasure the time and conversations we had together at Latrobe City. ( the odd commiseration about the Hammers ‘recent performance )

You’re a champ, and I know that wherever you are now you will be enjoying your Pie and Big M with a cheeky grin and twinkle in your eye.
Love you mate, goodbye for now…

Gonna miss ya big fella you were a inspiration in our lifes and happy to be part of yours mate
Tim