Ruth Mary Christensen

Ruth (Dwyer) Christensen passed away in her sleep on September 14, 2023 at the age of 96. Ruth, born Mary Ruth Dwyer, was welcomed into the Dwyer family home via midwife on January 5, 1927 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Her parents, Arthur and Mary (McKay) Dwyer, and siblings: Arthur (Jack), Walter, and Myrtle are all deceased. She was raised in a devout Catholic home and attended Catholic schools throughout her childhood. Ruth’s faith was a pillar of her personal life until the very end. Outgoing and independent, Ruth held a variety of jobs in her youth: secretary at the Pentagon during World War II, a waitress at her brother Jack’s diner, at the Ashtabula Star Beacon, and in the meat department at A & P. Although she spent the majority of her life in northeastern Ohio, Ruth retained the Boston accent acquired in her youth.

        She married the love of her life, William Christensen (who preceded her in death on August 5, 2004), on September 13, 1947. Together, they raised five children who survived her: William (Diane) (Mary Ann; deceased), Gary (Liea), Robert (Lynn), Myra (Steve), and John (Lisa). Ruth was immensely proud of her children and loved them more than anything. She loved telling stories about their childhood and upbringing, and always had a smile on her face when her children were around.

        Ruth was the beloved matriarch of her family and is deeply missed. She had 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, whom she treasured. She was a talented quilter and seamstress, an incredible cook and baker, Pittsburgh Steelers fan, and an avid reader. 

Ruth Cozadd

Ruth E. Cozadd (nee Perry) of Mentor, Ohio was received into the loving arms of her savior, Jesus Christ on December 29, 2020. Ruth is survived by her beloved husband of sixty years, Ellis E. Cozadd, twin daughters Darla (Jay) Rovniak of Glen Allen, VA and Darlene (Dan) McNiel of Mentor, OH.  The joy and lights of her life, her precious granddaughters Darcy McNiel of Rosenberg, TX; Lauren (Joel) Murray of Nashville, TN; and Jocelyn Rovniak of Glen Allen, VA.  Also surviving are her dearly loved sisters Beatrice (Adam) Fredrick and Nora (Durb) Loudin, several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph M. Perry, Sr. and Lavern K. (Stein) Perry; her in-laws Ellis M. & Harriet I. (Thompson) Cozadd; her brothers Robert M., Calvin C., Vernon R. and Ralph M. Perry, Jr. After graduating from Howland High School she began her career at Ohio Lamp in Warren, Ohio where she made light bulbs.  Over the course of her career she worked at Allen Bradley and Picker X-Ray as a printed circuit board assembler.  She was proud to serve on the Picker X-ray team that built the first CAT Scan machines.  She ended her career in 1994 retiring from PCC Airfoils. Her greatest life’s work and joy was raising her twins and then helping to raise her precious granddaughters. She also volunteered at Lake Elementary School helping a number of students improve their reading skills.  She enjoyed working with the students and would purchase them stickers and small gifts as rewards for their efforts. She never wanted anyone to go hungry and would cook and bake for her family and friends and supply groceries to those who were unemployed.  She baked and donated countless cookies, brownies and her famous “Hello Dollies” for many of her granddaughters’ activities and school functions.  She always proudly supported their endeavors in marching band, cheerleading, show choir, drama club and dance.

A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held later in 2021 when it is once again safe for her loved ones and friends to gather.

Ruth A. Marquart

September 28, 1943 - October 24, 2019

Age 76, of Aurora, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 24, 2019. She leaves her son Chaz (wife Yvonne); daughter, Devon (husband Bart); devoted grandmother. Ruth is survived by her siblings: Thomas Marquart (late Joyce), Sue Stahlhut (husband Heinz), Jane Mott (husband William). 

A Celebration of Life service will be Saturday, November 2, 2019, 12:00 p.m. at the Solon United Methodist Church, 5540 SOM Center Rd., Solon, Ohio 44139.

Ruth Louise Eble

June 12, 1925 - July 27, 2019

Ruth Louise Eble (Adie), age 94, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2019 surrounded by her family at Hospice of Western Reserve.  She was the daughter of   Harry and Mildred Adie (Moore).  Ruth was the beloved wife of her junior high school sweetheart Carl Eble for 73 years; proud mother of Martin (Jane) Eble, Richard (Joann) Eble, and David (Gayle) Eble; Grandmother to Adam (Tina) Eble, Brian (Kim) Eble, Annie (Tom) Humphrey, Lauren (James) Bates, Lindsey (Benedict) Meder, John Eble, and Scott Eble; Great Grandmother to Katrina, Sydney, and Jack. Ruth was a straight A graduate of West High and Dyke College. She was a longtime executive secretary at Weinberg, Teare, & Herman.  She was a dedicated volunteer for Meals on Wheels, Playhouse Square, Hospice, and Breckenridge; longtime attendee and choir member at Lakeshore Christian Church, and avid lover of the arts.  She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends at Breckenridge. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter in law Mary Lou Eble (Stahre).  

A memorial service will be held in her honor on August 10that 10:00 at the Lyon's Chapel located on the grounds of Breckenridge Village, 36851 Ridge Rd.,Willoughby, OH 44094. A reception will follow the service.   In lieu of flowers contributions in Ruth’s memory may be made to the College of the Ozarks, 100 Opportunity Ave., Point Lookout, MO 65726 or the Ohio Living Foundation (Breckenridge Life Care Fund), 1001 Kingsmill Parkway, Columbus, OH 43229.

RUTH GERALDINE GOODRICH

July 17, 1928 - August 14, 2016

RUTH GERALDINE GOODRICH (nee Davidson) died at home in Euclid on August 14, 2016.  She was 88 years old.  Born in Columbus she grew up on the Hilltop and attended Highland Ave. Elementary and West High School.  She worked at Defense Construction Supply Center in Procurement.  After retirement in 1971, she devoted her time to her grandchildren.  Ruth loved to walk and run in parks, attend exercise/aerobic and tap classes, travel with family, and work on many craft projects. She was preceded in death by her parents Vellie and Lillian Davidson; sisters Dorothy Brown and Jane Terry; ex-husband J. R. Goodrich.  She is survived by siblings Delores Prillerman and Lawrence Davidson; daughters Linda (John) Roberts, Denise (Walt) Neil, and Kathy Daniels; 5 grandchildren: Achebe (Lemar) Thomas, Gregory, Michelle and Michael Daniels, and Dante Giray.   Her 7 great-grandchildren include Achebe (Chelua) Thomas, Harrison Waters, Aaliyah Jones, Antoine, Alicia, Anthony, and Antonio Patterson. 

Celebration of Life will be held in Columbus at the Park Towers party room, 1620 E. Broad St. on Saturday, August 20th from 10am -12pm. 

Friends will also be received at the Shore Cultural Centre at 291 E. 222rd Street in Euclid, Ohio Monday, August 22nd from 6:30 - 8:30pm.

  In lieu of gifts family suggests take time each day to communicate with those you love- be they near or far.