Abigail Ruiz De Torres

April 29, 2018

Abigail was born in New York, New York on June 16,1954, the second child and only daughter of her beloved mother, Fernanda (nee Cruz) and father, Jerimiah Ruiz, Sr. Her older brother, Jerimiah Ruiz, Jr., was the ever protective big brother and younger brother, David Ruiz, was a constant confidant. Fernanda and her children moved to Philadelphia while Abigail was in High School. Once in Philadelphia, she attended Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls and graduated in 1972. She attended both Temple University and Bronx Community College, frequently making the Dean's list. While attending Temple University she hosted a radio talk show on WTEL. The Spanish language show discussed social issues within the Hispanic community and focused on community improvement. After 22 years of civil service, she retired as an employee of the state in 2014. Abigail is survived by her most cherished treasures, her children; Jazmin Torres, Jacinta Torres-Gonzalez, Rosa Maria Russell and Zinnia Ramos who will miss her immensely. Her Grandchildren Michael Ocasio, Ismael Ocasio, Kayla Lee, Azalea Gonzalez, Emmanuel Gonzalez, Kayden Russell, Emmalea Russell, and Violet Gonzalez will cherish their memories of her all of their lives. Her Great Granddaughter Alano Ocasio will hear stories of Abigail and learn who she was through our love for her. Her Sons-in-law Angel Ramos, Gabriel Gonzalez, and Aldington Russell love her and will deeply feel her absence. Her nephews Jeremias Ruiz,III, Christopher Ruiz, Omar Ruiz and Noel Ruiz hold her in their hearts and suffer her loss. In lieu of flowers, donations in Abigail's memory may be made to: Little Flower Catholic High School 1000 W. Lycoming St. Philadephia, PA. 19140