A resident of Baton Rouge, she passed away Sunday, March 13, 2011, at her home. She was 88 and a native of Cologne, Germany. Along with her husband, she owned Sigmund's Delicatessen. She was a volunteer for Woman's Hospital for 40 years and a member of Congregation B'nai Israel. Survived by her three children, Alan Durlacher, Sue Cormier, and David Durlacher and wife Earline; and two granddaughters, Sara Cormier and Erica Durlacher. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Sigmund Durlacher; and good friend, Alfred Reinhardt. Graveside service at Jewish Cemetery at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 15. Following the service, the family will receive friends at 10197 Cal Road, Baton Rouge.
