In Memoriam: Former Robins Financial CU CEO & NCUA Regional Director John S. Ruffin Sr.
Ruffin, who served at Robins Financial from 1997-2008, passed away on Oct. 7 at the age of 88.
The $4.5 billion Robins Financial Credit Union in Warner Robins, Ga., announced Tuesday the passing of John S. Ruffin Sr., its former president/CEO, who died peacefully on Oct. 7 in Athens surrounded by his loving family.
He was 88.
Before joining the credit union in 1997, Ruffin worked for more than 26 years at the NCUA, including serving 12 years as the regional director of the Atlanta and Austin regions. He served as Robins Financial’s EVP from 1997 to 2003 before being named president/CEO in 2004. He retired in 2008.
During his CEO tenure, Robins Financial grew assets from $850 million to $1.1 billion, while loans increased from $504 million to $733 million, according to NCUA financial performance reports.
“We extend our deepest condolences to John’s family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Mr. Ruffin’s legacy of leadership, kindness and commitment to service will be remembered fondly by all of us,” Robins Financial Credit Union President/CEO Christina O’Brien said in a prepared statement.
Ruffin was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Frances Marie Robilio. He is survived by his five children and his sister, Margaret Ruffin Hardwick, according to his obituary posted by Lord & Stephens Funeral Home in Watkinsville.
Graveside services were held on Oct. 11 at Oconee Memorial Park.
The family suggested memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.