her. She was a beautifully complex, multi-talented disabled
person; she was a fighter till the
end. Ruth was an artist with a
style that was unique to herself,
including photography and work
on movies, TV, and Broadway as
a Scenic Shop Coordinator. She
is still an honorable member
of IATSE USA 829 and will be
greatly missed in the NYC theater community.
Ruth is survived by siblings,
Kathleen Elsinger (Rich), Rich
Cecetka (Claudia), Joan Thomas
(Carlos), Geri Nisely-Moore (Ed), Ed Cecetka, Elaine Wood, Mary
Jo Cecetka, and Jim Cecetka; lifelong friend, Chinyere Ryan (Terry); 14 niblings; 16 grand-niblings; aunts; and numerous cousins.
Preceded in death by parents, Rita and Bob Cecetka; step-father,
Joe Hruza; and brothers, Tommy Cecetka, Terry Thomas, and
Scott Nisely.
Outdoor Celebration of Life and Graveside Gathering: Wednesday, September 15, at 2pm at Westlawn-Hillcrest Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers and memorials, Ruth requested any memorials be sent to the South Omaha Boys and Girls Club—5051
S. 22nd St., Omaha, NE 68107.