John Carroll Ruis

John Carroll Ruis, age 81, of Lula, Georgia went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Mr. Ruis was born on July 3, 1943, in Coffee County (Douglas), Georgia to the late Joe C. and Meniza Grantham Ruis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Elizabeth Hooper Ruis, brothers, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Jurell and Joyce Ruis, Don Kinzer, and Ray Burnette, Buddy and Dale Ruis, Doug Carter.

Mr. Ruis and his wife founded United Enterprises Inc. He was a man whose strong work ethic and hands were forever tied to the tile and terrazzo business. More than just a profession, it was his passion, his pride, and the legacy he poured himself into every single day. From the moment he first stepped onto a job site, he found purpose in the precision, the artistry, and the durability of his craft, where in their journey, they built a legacy that continues to thrive, now guided by their son and daughter-in-law.

With a strong faith in his Lord and savior Jesus Christ, he also held a strong passion for helping his wife tend the garden on his tractors, fishing when he could and watching countless hours of westerns most importantly Gunsmoke.

Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Derek and Bridget Skalon Ruis; grandsons, Logan Johnson, and his wife Savanna; Nolan Johnson and his wife Abbey, Jacob Ruis; brothers and sisters, Marie Kinzer, Truman "Doc" Ruis, Minniola Burnette, Charlotte Carter, Marvin Ruis and his wife Robbie, great-grandchildren, Everett Johnson and Amelia Johnson; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel with Pastor Bobby Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in the Yonah Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., Saturday at the funeral home prior to the service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Home, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.