Elfriede Ruf Obituary
The family announces the passing of Elfriede Ruf of Westbury, New York on July 13, 2026. Elfriede, born on June 26, 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.
Elfriede will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Elfriede by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Elfriede is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Elfriede’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph Kramer and Anna Bumiller. She is survived by: her husband Rocco Sutera; her niece Frances Thome (Tom Richards) of Woodbury, CT; her nephews, Robert Thome (Christine) of Los Altos, CA and Stephen Thome (Kathleen) of Barrington, IL; and her stepdaughter Valerie Sutera of Apache Junction, AZ. She is also survived by many cousins, grand nephews, godchildren.
Memorial donations can be made in Elfriede's name to AccentCare Hospice in Middlebury, CT, the Southbury Food Bank in Southbury, CT, or the Westbury Public Library in Westbury, NY.
