Ruth Repp Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ruth Repp (Dover, Delaware) on November 5, 2026. Ruth, born on May 27, 1929, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Austin A. Heick and Jennie L. Herforth; her former husband John E. Smith; her son Andrew Smith; her grandson Richard Smith; her great grandchild Edmond Bock IV; and her husband John W. Repp, Sr..
She is survived by: her children, Lyle Smith (Judy) of Oklahoma, Lorraine Whilden Camden (Leon) and Julie Smith; her daughter-in-law Lori Smith; and her stepchildren, John W. Repp, Jr. of Erie, PA, Kenneth Repp of Waltham, MA and Cheryl Dagostino of Vineland, NJ.. She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Friday, November 13th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (237 W Lebanon Rd, Dover, DE 19901). A funeral service was held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, November 16th 2026 at the Siloam Cemetery (550 N Valley Ave, Vineland, NJ 08360).
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Primary Children's Hospital, St. Judes, or any charity.
