Keith L. Ruggles

Keith L. Ruggles, Jr., 58, passed away on October 27, 2011, with his wife of 21 years holding his hand. He has entered a new life, resting in the arms of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Keith was born April 9, 1953 in New Orleans to Keith L. Ruggles, Sr. and Gladys (Agaria) Johnson. Keith gave his life to the Lord in 1976 and thereafter began to work with people who suffered with life controlling problems. He had a passion for those whose lives were gripped with all forms of addictions. Keith loved all people, from all walks of life, therefore devoting his life to serving others. He was an active Full Gospel Minister and a member of the Louisiana Association of Substance Abuse Counselors and Trainers and the Louisiana Office of Addictive Disorders. He had also served in law enforcement for over 15 years. Mr. Ruggles is survived by his loving wife, Carol (Cox) Ruggles; son, Lyle Joseph Ruggles; daughters, Lauren N. Ruggles and Lindsay C. Ruggles; sister, Laura C. Hingle and two grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his brother, William J. Johnson, Jr. Keith had many spiritual sons and loved them all dearly. Thank you Rick Schexnayder for walking this long journey with the Ruggles family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Sunday, October 30, 2011 from 6 PM to 10 PM. Visitation will resume at First Assembly of God Church, 2001 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, LA on Monday, October 31, 2011 from 9 AM to 11 AM. Funeral Services will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in his loving memory may be made to Greater New Orleans Teen Challenge, 1905 Franklin Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117 or visit: www.louisianateenchallenge.com. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com.