Rufus Mcguffin

McGUFFIN, Rufus E. "Mac" age 88 of Riverside, OH passed away October 2, 2011 while being cared for by his loving children and son-in-law, Bob; and dearest and loving companion, Loretta Milbern.

He was born and raised in Walhalla, South Carolina along with six siblings. Uncle too many wonderful nieces and nephews. Rufus was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

He is reunited with his wife, Helen E. McGuffin nee Michel, daughter, Pamela Vance, son, Joseph McGuffin, and grandson, Joe Joe McGuffin.

He leaves his remaining children, Gloria and Robert Traylor, Patricia Thress, Miles and Kathy McGuffin, Angel and John Fox, and daughter-in-law, Maria McGuffin; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Lou Cushman of Walhalla, SC.

Rufus served in the Navy during WWII earning an air medal with three stars, and a distinguished flying cross. He served 43 years of federal service. He will be missed by family and friends whose lives he touched. Mac was a member of the St. Helen Catholic Church for over 50 years.

Family and friends may visit at St. Helen Catholic Church, 5100 Burkhardt Rd., on October 6, 2011 from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow. Interment at Dayton National Cemetery.

"Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in Heaven" Mathew 5:1-12.