Ruffaner

Kaiden Lee Ruffaner, 16 months, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024.

Born Sept. 17, 2022, in Butler, he was the son of Kurtis and Kala (Yenick) Ruffaner.

Kaiden loved to share his light, and it shone brightly for all to see. He was a fearless boy, and was known by all who loved him as a little daredevil. He was an exceptionally smart, inquisitive, loving and happy child. Wherever he went, Kaiden would be seen smiling and had cheeks for weeks. Kaiden was a big fan of all music, and would dance any time there was music playing. He was affectionately known to his parents as “Our Little Bubby.” More than anything, Kaiden loved his time with his family and his dogs, Archie and Ace.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Charles and Cynthia Yenick of Renfrew and Clifford “Kip” and Rhonda Ruffaner of Butler; his four aunts, Shalene (Dakota) Dickey, Jessica Yenick, Kiley (Ian) Jewart and Kara Ruffaner; his cousins, Riley, Macy and Colton; his great-grandparents, Gary and MaryAnn Banner; and his great-grandmothers, Mary Yenick and Jean Ruffaner.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Dorothy Mullen; and three great-grandfathers, Robert Yenick, Edgar Mullen and Marlin Ruffaner.

RUFFANER — Family and friends of Kaiden Lee Ruffaner, who died Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, will be received from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Dawn Lynn Check, of Christ Community United Methodist Church, officiating.

Please let Kaiden's light continue to shine by sharing memories and uploading photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.