With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard Joe Ruzicka of Cameron, Texas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard Joe left this world on January 11, 2025 at the age of 95, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Joe Ruzicka to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Richard Joe's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joe Richard Ruzicka and Mary Jane Ruzicka (Svetlik); and his sons, Richard Lee Ruzicka and Robert Joe Ruzicka. He is survived by: his wife Minnie Ruzicka of Cameron; and his children, Paula Jane Ruzicka of Rosebud, Polly Anna Elkin of Frisco, Trinia Marie Runnels of Sherman, Jim Morgan Ruzicka of Houston, Ralph Allen Ruzicka of Cameron and Jack David Ruzicka of HoustonHalf. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 15th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, January 16th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home (2800 N Travis Ave, Cameron, TX 76520). A funeral service was held on Thursday, January 16th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home