Michael Jon Ruetenik

Mr. Michael Jon Ruetenik, 65, of Lenoir passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Lenoir Health and Rehab following a period of declining health.

Michael was born February 19, 1960 in Trumble County, OH to the late Frederick Ruetenik and Dorothy Loomis Ruetenik.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Paula Faye Ruetenik; and sister, Mary Barnhardt.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Aaron Michael Ruetenik of Alma, AR; Rebekah Louise Ruetenik of Lenoir; grandchildren, Shelby, Shania, Kayla, Savannah, Lilly, Persephone, Skyler, and Ty; great grandchild, Maggie Grace; and friends, Kenneth Heinbaugh and Kenny Heinbaugh.

There are no services scheduled at this time.