Ruth E. Munzel's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in South Lyon, Michigan

Ruth E. Munzel

February 25, 1935 - October 18, 2025 (90 years old)

South Lyon, Michigan

Ruth E. Munzel's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in South Lyon, Michigan

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Phillips Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Ruth E. Munzel

February 25, 1935 - October 18, 2025 (90 years old)

South Lyon, Michigan

Ruth E. Munzel Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ruth E. Munzel (South Lyon, Michigan), born in Buffalo, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ruth left this world on October 18, 2025 at the age of 90, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth E. Munzel to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Herbert Leon Munzel; her parents, George Edward Hagelberger and Gertrude "Trudy" Wilhelmina Cecelia Beimler; and her sister Donna Hagelberger Cadwell. She is survived by: her children, Erica Munzel, Maria Wine, Scott Munzel (Lori Ward), Daniel Munzel (Mim), Weston Munzel (Beth) and Jon Munzel (Meghan); her grandchildren, Griffin, Mallory, Callan, Caroline (Robert), Matthew (Rebekah), Ross (Makenzy), Grace (Priyan), Jacqueline (Riley), Jonathan, Jack, Jason, Tyler, Delilah and Eloise; and her great grandchildren, Iris, Cecelia and Isabella. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, Ruth would be touched to know her life inspired you to extend an act of kindness, to appreciate and protect nature, and/or to support our democracy.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Phillips Funeral Home & Crematorium



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Nov 02

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Phillips Funeral Home
122 W Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

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Nov 03

Funeral service

First Presbyterian Church of South Lyon
205 E Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

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Nov 03

Funeral service

First Presbyterian Church of South Lyon
205 E Lake St, South Lyon, MI 48178

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