Joaquin A. Ruiz, 69, died November 29, 2010. He was born August 23, 1941 in Linares, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Joaquin was a retired Jeweler and was proud of his family and friends and the life he had built in Oklahoma. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend to all. We will forever hold you in our hearts and life. He was married to the love of his life, Griselda Ruiz, and they spent 42 years together. He leaves behind his loving wife, Griselda; son, Joaquin Ruiz, Jr.; daughter Claudia Ruiz-Yurich; and 5 grandchildren, Brandon, Taylor, Bronson, Rylee and Ryan. Funeral services will be Friday, December 3, 2:00pm at Mercer-Adams Chapel, Bethany.