Gary Lee Ruzek

June 15, 1956 - November 5, 2019

Gary Lee Ruzek, beloved father, brother, uncle and friend passed away in his home in Austin, Texas. Born June 15, 1956 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Gary graduated from Western Illinois University and Southern Illinois University, finishing with a masters in Computer Science. Gary lived in Austin for over 30 years. In addition to his 30 + years with IBM, he enjoyed many other interests and pursuits. Gary loved music and building guitars was one of his passions. Additionally, he could discuss politics every minute of every day. The other mission in Gary’s life, was to rescue and support greyhounds. Gary is survived by his son, Kevyn Taylor of Austin; sisters, Patti Sealls of Austin and Linda Boor of Great Bend, Kansas; brother, Bill Leichsenring of Springfield, Illinois; stepsister, Anna Gowen; nephews, Nick Sealls of Austin, Texas and Travis Sealls of Idianapolis, Indiana; Ryan and Nathan Deberry of Hutchinson, Kansas; Eric and Scott Leichsenring of Springfield, Illinois and niece, Courtney San Filippo of Sicily. Gary wanted a green burial. There will be a graveside service at Eloise Woods Natural Burial Park Thursday, November 14th at 11:00 am.