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Thanks to everyone who has called, texted, and sent love to the family. Ruben was an amazing man and his legacy will live on through all the lives that he touched. In honor of Ruben, go forward in life serving your neighbors, relentlessly loving your friends and family, and know how to see the humor in even the darkest of times. As Ruben would say, "Do your best, and f*** the rest!!"

Obituary

Ruben E. Najarro, age 60, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN. He was born in Guatemala City, Guatemala and was raised in Los Angeles, California. After moving around during his military career, he finally settled in Murfreesboro, TN where he started a family and spent the remainder of his wonderful life.
Ruben devoted his life to serving our country and his community. He retired from the United …

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Ruben did not want formal funeral arrangements. He wanted us to celebrate his life and continue living ours to the fullest! With the presence of Covid-19 and considering that is what he succumbed to, we are respecting and observing social distancing. Therefore, there will be no large gatherings to honor Ruben. Instead, please feel free and encouraged to leave any photos, memories, and stories that you may have of Ruben. We know there are plenty and we cannot wait to hear them!

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Memories & condolences

Alecia❤️, Chelsea & family...I’m just learning of Ruben’s passing. What a precious soul he was. I know words cannot r…
Alecia❤️, Chelsea & family...I’m just learning of Ruben’s passing. What a precious soul he was. I…
Alecia❤️, Chelsea & family...I’m just learning of Ruben’s passin…
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I knew Ruben long ago through the “Friday Fun Friends” he was a great guy and …
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I knew Ruben long ago through the “Friday Fun Friends” he …
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I knew Ruben long ago t…
Dear Alecia, I am very sorry for the loss of your husband. You and Chelsea are in my prayers.

Carol Bryson
Dear Alecia, I am very sorry for the loss of your husband. You and Chelsea are in my prayers.

Caro…
Dear Alecia, I am very sorry for the loss of your husband. You …
Special person. Great soul, great family man, fun to be with, awesome to have in your corner. His loss will leave a m…
Special person. Great soul, great family man, fun to be with, awesome to have in your corner. His…
Special person. Great soul, great family man, fun to be with, a…

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Born

July 16th, 1960
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Graduated from high school

1978
Hawthorne High School, West El Segundo Boulevard, Hawthorne, CA, USA
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Started a job at United States Air Force

1978

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Cause of death

Covid-19

Method of disposition

Cremation

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