Ruth Victoria Waltemathe age 101, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the Traditions of Beavercreek. She was born October 20, 1918 to the late James and Edna Cantrell, she is also preceded in death by her husband of 37 years Frank Waltemathe, and their son Douglas, six siblings; Mildred Wooten, Juanita Smith, Elaine Robinette, Leroy, James and Patsy Cantrell.
Ruth loved traveling. She was the matriarch of a very large family and enjoyed being surrounded by friends. She retired from General Motors Delco Moraine after 30 years of service and was a member of Patterson Park Church.
Ruth is survived by daughter Judith Kercher of South Carolina, son Jeffrey(Joetta)Waltemathe of Texas., grandchildren: Joseph(Becky)Meyers, Jeffrey Meyers; Kelli(Ed)Lawhorn, Jed(Skylar)Waltemathe, Jordan(Michael)Salwoski; Mark Waltemathe, 14 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.