Robert F. Ruf

January 28, 1942 - March 30, 2018

Robert F. Ruf of Brookfield/Hazelhurst, died Friday, March 30 at the age of 76. Bob was born and raised in Brookfield. After retiring from the Brookfield Fire Dept. after 30 years in 1995, he followed his dream and moved up north. There he joined the Hazelhurst Volunteer Fire Dept. and served for 23 years. Survivors include his wife Nancy. They would have been married 55 years this July. Their son, Bob Jr. (Sue) and his grandson Joey, who was so special to him. Also daughter, Lisa, three nephews and one niece. It was Bob and Nancy's decision that there would no funeral. Memorials to the Hazelhurst Fire Department. "The Final Call" Rest well, chief.