Delores was born July 24, 1935 to Lawrence and Garvene Nutt in Belle Plaine. She graduated from Belle Plaine High School. Following school, she moved to Washington D.C. working as a secretary. Upon returning to Belle Plaine, she worked for Palco. Later for the Belle Plaine Nursery for many years. It was in Belle Plaine where she met Paul Ruiz. The couple were married April 8, 1965 in Marengo, IA.

She is survived by her son, Lynn Ruiz of Belle Plaine; sisters, Alice Ballard and Leota Nutt; and brother, Leonard (Colleen) Nutt all of Cedar Rapids; along with many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Delores enjoyed watching a variety of TV shows and spending time with her son, Lynn.

Delores is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Paul.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.hrabakfuneralhome.com.