She was the beloved wife of her late husband Tony for 60 years. Devoted mother of Carol (late Chris) Klos, Jane (late Larry) Birkenmeier, Mark (Kathleen), Jim (Christine), John (Bridget), and Paul. She is also survived by her sister Mary Lee Bernal. Proud grandmother (of 19) and great grandmother (of 29). She was preceded in death by her parents Mildred and Gilbert Zitzmann, her brother Ralph Zitzmann and her sisters Lois Zitzmann and Judy Heaman.
Ruth lived a long and prosperous life that revolved around her faith, family, and friends. She will be missed dearly but the high standards she held for herself will carry on through her family and future generations.
Visitation at St. Joan of Arc on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 9 am until mass at 10:30 AM. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions in Ruth’s name may be to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.
