Frank J. Ruiz 28, of Walton, passed away Saturday morning, November 29, 2008 as a result of injuries suffered in a motor vehicle accident on State Route 10 north of Walton.

Frank was born in Brooklyn on May 24, 1980 the son of the late Carlos Ruiz and Milagros "Millie" Candido. Frank married the former Helen Rosa. He was employed by Frank Berkey Construction, Walton.

Frank lived in Walton for only about 4 years but in that time he was well known and liked due to his gentle nature and love of people. Frank loved playing basketball, watching the New York Yankees, and was a natural born joker. He will be remembered as quite charming and respectful of other people.

Frank is survived by his wife, Helen, 3 children, Briana, Frank Jr., and Damien, his mother, Millie, stepfather, Joe Candido, brothers, Carlos (Cheryl) Ruiz, Brooklyn, Joey (Lory) Ruiz, Walton; Joseph Ruiz, Arizona; Eddie Torres, Walton, sisters, Jessica Vollaro, Walton; Bianca Torres, Walton; Celestina (Steve) Plank, Walton, stepfather, Edwardo Torres, Florida; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his father, Carlos Ruiz. .

Friends and relatives are invited to call on Tuesday, December 2, 2008 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the Clark, Winter & Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend St., Walton, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday morning at 11 AM at the Church of St. John the Baptist, 17 Benton Ave., Walton with the Rev. Matthew H. Frisoni, officiating. Burial will follow in Walton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Frank's memory will be available soon with a trust for his children.