Passed away after a short illness at Waipuna Hospice on 6^th March 2019. Aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband for 50 years of Leslie. Loved Dad of Oliver and Christine (Sydney) and the late Armin. Loving Grandpa of Alexander, and Isabella. A celebration of Rene's life will be held at St Peters Anglican Church, Beach Road, Katikati, on Saturday 9^th March at 1pm followed by an interment. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Waipuna Hospice online at bit.ly/reruf0603 or can be left at the service. All communications to Ruf Family, c/- 25 Ninth Avenue, Tauranga, 3110.