Ruiz, Connie born January 27, 1930, passed to be with the Lord on January 22, 2017. Preceded in death by her daughter, Lydia "Dolly" Velasquez. Survived by daughters Dwona Downs of Laguna Beach, CA and Karen Sandoval of Tustin, CA, and her only son Michael D. Esparza; her brother and several sisters, in addition to many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her spirit will truly be missed by all of us who were touched by her. Funeral service will be February 8th at 10:30 AM at Saddleback Chapel, 220 E. Main St. Tustin, CA 92780.