Robert (Bob) Ray Ruddell, age 73, of Globe, AZ passed away on November 30, 2021. He was born in Mammoth, AZ on May 1st, 1948 to William (Bill) and Ruby Ruddell. Bob worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for Pinto Valley Mines for 42 years retiring in 2012. He then worked for Dalmolin Construction until finally retiring in 2020. He enjoyed spending time with the love of his life Jane Ruddell, spending time with friends and family, Elk and Quail Camp, signing Karaoke, watching and learning from You Tube and being patriotic and honoring our constitution. Some of his hobbies included hunting, golf, fishing, making knives, gold panning, riding his 4-wheeler with Jane and gardening. He served four years in the U.S. Navy as a gunners mate on the U.S.S. Cochrane (DDG-21). He was honorably discharged on August 22, 1971. Anyone who knew him, knew he loved his family and people in his life, with his whole heart and it showed. He loved his wife and children so much. He always worried about everyone around him and wanted to be sure they were cared for and safe. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 12:00 – 1:00 P.M. at Lamont Mortuary Chapel in Globe, Arizona. Funeral Services be held at 1:00 P.M. at the Chapel. Interment will follow at Globe Cemetery in Globe, Arizona.