Eric Joseph Ruth's obituary , Passed away on August 13, 2026 in Iowa City, Iowa

Eric Joseph Ruth

March 13, 1979 - August 13, 2026 (47 years old)

Iowa City, Iowa

Eric Joseph Ruth's obituary , Passed away on August 13, 2026 in Iowa City, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service

Share

Eric Joseph Ruth

March 13, 1979 - August 13, 2026 (47 years old)

Iowa City, Iowa

Are you a family member?

Echovita offers a unique service that allows funds generated by the obituary notice to be shared with families that request it.

Make a request

Eric Joseph Ruth Obituary

Eric Joseph Ruth of Iowa City, Iowa passed away on August 13, 2026. Eric, born on March 13, 1979, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Eric Joseph Ruth to show support.

Eric will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Eric will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Eric’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He is survived by: his parents, Harry Ruth and Liz O'Hara; his sister Leah Brault (Benjamin Brault); his nieces and nephews, Keira and Evan Brault; his aunts, Peg Cain, Kathy Gurney and Robin Ruth; and his uncle Rick.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Doctors Without Borders (https://give.doctorswithoutborders.org) or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service



Add a photo or a video

There is no photo or video of Eric Joseph Ruth.
Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute.

Add a photo

Sympathy messages

Would you like to offer Eric Joseph Ruth’s loved ones a condolence message? Write your message of sympathy today.

500 CHARACTERS

Thu

Aug 20

Celebration of life

Lensing Funeral and Cremation Service
605 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240

Family member

Solidarity program

Echovita offers a unique service that allows funds generated by the obituary notice to be shared with families that request it.

Make a request

Authorize the original obituary

  • Lets us publish the full obituary text along with the original picture.
  • Helps people recognize Eric Joseph Ruth and express their condolences more easily.
  • No advertising will be displayed on this page.
Authorize the original