PHOENIX – Vera Ruiz Garcia, 79 Years, a 2nd of 5 generations of Arizonan natives, passed away on January 20, 2022. Vera is a retired Banker of the former Valley National Bank. She is an Alum of Phoenix Union H.S., class of 1961.
Vera is survived by her sons, Mark A. Ruiz and Ernest O. Garcia; grandchildren, Manuel, Anastacia, and Mathew Garcia; great grandchildren, Navaya, Mia, and Michael Garcia; and her sister, Geraldine M. Ruiz Green. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel R. Ruiz and Elvira Zapien Ruiz; son, Michael Garcia Sr.; grandson, Michael Garcia Jr.; and her sister, Mercy N. Ruiz.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM with a Rosary beginning at 6:00 PM at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Saint Mary’s Basilica, 231 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Ana Varelas
A mother’s love is alive forever. In the lessons she taught, the patience she gave, and in the hearts of the children she raised. As you mourn the loss of a very special mother, may you find strength in all of your wonderful memories together. She will never be far from your heart. Our prayers go out to you in this time of great sadness.
Tonique Smith
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort and hugs to you and the family.
Rebecca Rivas
Godspeed dear cousin. You earned your heavenly wings. You had been through so much for so long. Will miss your smile & presence. Rest in peace.
Joseph Padilla
Mark, I am so sorry about the passing of your beautiful mother. I know it’s difficult as both of you were so close. She is still looking after you.
I wish I could be there with you in support as you mourn the loss of your mother (tight hug)
I love you my friend.
Always,
Joe Joe
Angel Barreras
Mark and Ernie,
Words can’t describe about how sorry I am to hear about your mom. My heart goes out to you both.
Love ya,
Angel Barreras
Daina DeLay
Mark,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing, I know you were very close to her, and I know how hard it is to lose your mom. My thought and prayers go out to you and your family, may you have strength and solace in your memories of your mom.
Barbara Maldonado Forner
I am so sorry for your loss. Vera and I went to Phoenix Union together. We were in a club called GAA, Girls Athletic Association and we had so much fun playing all the sports. Vera, Mercy, a few other girls and I had lunch everyday on a picnic table outside the girls gym. They were great times.
I hope all the great memories of Vera help the family during this difficult time.
Lisa marie Flores
Rest In Peace ! Love you forever! Mark and Ernie , remember her laugh and my heart goes out to both of you! Love cuzin Lisa Marie Flores