Sandra Ruiz speaks
Just two months ago, Sandra Ruiz was the victim of a shocking, senseless attack that wounded her and killed her son, Sev'n. On Friday, she thanked the people who've helped her through this horrible time. Rick attended and wrote a very moving piece.
THOUSAND OAKS - Two months removed from a vicious attack that took her young son's life and left her near death, Sandra Ruiz stood behind a church lectern Friday, remarkably composed and strong.
She was there to honor the life of her 6-year-old boy, Sev'n, killed by a man wielding a meat cleaver in an assault that shook the community to its core for its sheer viscousness.
And she was there to let the 150 people in attendance - relatives, Amgen co-workers, sheriff's deputies and firefighters - know that she was OK.
"In my life, I have never known a greater love than the love I shared with my child, Sev'n," said Ruiz, 33, who was severely injured in the attack and is still recovering. "It's stronger now."
The memorial at Calvary Community Church featured harps and violins and a video slide show highlighting the short but impactful life of Sev'n, a handsome child with kind eyes.
Ruiz was so touched by the outpouring of support from the community that she decided to have a memorial for her son, which also featured touching words from family members, school officials and church leaders.
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Previously, Cleaver attack kills 6-year-old, part 1.
Cleaver attack, part 2.
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