Fermin Ruiz passed away on Feb 2nd, 2023 at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will strive to honor his memory by living their lives to the fullest. Fermin graduated from Antelope Union High School in 1965 and later pursued his career at Wellton Mohawk Irrigation and Drainage District where he became the Power Superintendent.

Fermin will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Henrietta and his Children Fermin Jr (Donna) and Angela (Gerardo). Fermin will also be fondly remembered by his four grandchildren Paige, Jose (Joanna), Jordan and Daleyza, his great granddaughter Jazlin, by his Mother Patrocinia, siblings Ernestina, Juana, Raquel (Phil), Margarita (Neal), Emilia, Rosa, Raul Jr.

Fermin was preceded in death by his Father Raul, sisters Manuela and Martha.

A celebration of life in memory of Fermin will be held on February 18, 2023 at 10am at St Joseph's the worker 8674 S 36E Wellton, AZ 85356. Interment will follow at the Wellton Memorial Cemetery 11651 Williams St. Wellton, AZ 85356.

In leu of flowers donations can be made to Hospice of Yuma or to St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church of Wellton.