Lawrence Francis Ruzicka, 76, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at his home.

He was born on November 13, 1948, in Cleveland to the late Lawrence Frederick and Dolores Elizabeth (nee Costello) Ruzicka.

Larrey had a career in sales/marketing, which he enjoyed.  He cared for the people he worked with very much.  He also loved cars and traveling.  He dedicated his life to Jehovah God and became one of Jehovah's Witnesses in June of 1973.  He found great joy in sharing the hope of a bright future with everyone.

After a short courtship, his love story began with his childhood sweetheart.

He leaves behind his devoted wife of 57 years, Charlotte Louise (nee Glosh), daughters-in-law Jennifer and Linda, granddaughters Elise and Ariel Ruzicka, great granddaughter Ava, his brother Matthew Ruzicka, sisters Lorraine Stone and Lila Fladda, and nephews and nieces.  There are no words to express how much he will be missed by his family, many friends, and co-workers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sons Jerome Lawton and Joel Edward Ruzicka and his brother Brian Ruzicka.

The memorial service will be on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2330 East Skyline Drive, Lorain, OH, 44053, at 2 p.m.