Jose A. Ruiz, 69, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 16, 1957, he was the son of the late Antonio and Ramona (Cosme) Ruiz. Jose was a graduate of Liberty High School and dedicated many years of service to the City of Bethlehem, where he worked as a mechanic and in the Streets Department.

Jose enjoyed working on cars, watching television, especially Law & Order, drinking coffee, camping and hunting. He also enjoyed spending time with friends at Jeff's, the Wanderers, Heights A.A., the 540 Democratic Association of Bethlehem and Grover Cleveland, and at Pizza Como, one of his favorite local restaurants. Jose attended The Bridge Church of God in Allentown.

Above all, Jose was a devoted father, grandfather, companion, brother, and friend who treasured time with his family. He will be remembered for his kindness, loyalty, sense of humor, and the love he shared with those around him.

He is survived by his loving companion, Carol Gower; his sons, Richard Ruiz and Robert Sule; his daughter, Cassandra Agosto and her husband, Iram; his grandchildren, Tyler, David, Aiden, Shyanne, Liam, Iram, Ezekiel, Azavion, Geovani, Abilyse, Xeon, and Morgan; his siblings, Carmen Weaver and her husband, Rex, Miriam Ruggiero, Nellie Perez and her husband, John, and Robinson Ruiz; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Orlando Ruiz and Manuel Ruiz and his daughter-in-law, Kimberly Ruiz.

Jose will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, and his memory will be cherished always.

A Funeral Service will be held at 7 P.M. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 where the family will receive relatives and friends from 6 P.M. until time of the service. A Graveside service will be held at 11 A.M. on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Holy Saviour Cemetery, 2575 Linden St, Bethlehem, PA 18017. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.