Ruth Margaret Carey

Ruth is survived by her loving family:

● Catherine Cecile Kazanjy (daughter) and Robert Kazanjy (son-in-law); their children Peter Kazanjy and Tracy Kazanjy (granddaughter-in-law); and great-grandson Michael P. Kazanjy. Ruth was preceded in death by her grandson Michael Kazanjy.

● Peggy Basler (daughter) and Dave Basler (son-in-law); their children Chelsea Basler-Aston and Spencer Aston (grandson-in-law), Blaine Basler, and Hanna Basler; and great-grandchildren Emmett Aston and Loretta Aston.

● Colleen Ryan (daughter) and William Ryan (son-in-law); their children Kelly Ryan and William Ryan.

● Thomas Carey (son) and Marcie Carey (daughter-in-law); their children Megan Carey, Thomas Carey, and Michael Carey.

● Additionally, survived by many nieces and nephews in Illinois.

Ruth was deeply rooted in her Catholic faith and served as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Michael's Catholic Church. She had a love for life, always the first on the dance floor and eager to teach her grandchildren the "cha-cha-cha." Ruth took great joy in attending her grandchildren's sporting events, recitals, graduations, and family gatherings — her presence was a source of strength and warmth to all who knew her.

A viewing will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on March 18, 2025, at El Camino Cemetery. A funeral Mass will take place on March 19, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Poway, followed by a reception from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at El Camino Cemetery and Mortuary.

Additionally, Grandma Ruth had a deep love for animals, especially her dogs. In her honor, please consider making a donation to The Animal Pad of La Mesa, CA in her name. https://theanimalpad.org/donation/