Mr. Daniel Leigh Ruffner

February 26, 1992 - October 1, 2020

Daniel Leigh Ruffner, 28, of North Li6le Rock passed away on October 1, 2020. His family will have a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Rock City Rescue. Daniel was born on February 26, 1992 to Michael & Penny Ruffner. He was extremely giving and compassionate. He had an amazing love for dogs. He was an avid reader. His love of books and stories was infectious. Daniel was also an extraordinary and imaginative writer. Daniel had a special connection. to music and an impressive natural ability with instruments. Whether on the water, a mountain, or a hiking trail, Daniel loved the outdoors: this is where we will feel closest to him. “I’ve found that I don’t know where to begin, so I think I’ll start with what I think matters. Compassion. Compassion is one of the few things that can positively link us as a species. If one finds himself staring into the face of injustice, he will most likely do nothing. But he will stand with watchful eyes, condemning those that are offending, yet he will not acknowledge his own guilt that he burdens himself with. The first step toward compassion comes from acknowledging that guilt.” -Daniel Ruffner