Ruth Smith Obituary
We bid farewell to Ruth Smith of Amherst, Ohio, born in Salineville, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 10, 2025 at the age of 99. Ruth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Smith to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Edward L. Smith; and her parents, Victor Willis and Anna Willis. She is survived by: her children, Kurt Smith (Leah), Karen Crnolatas (late Mark) and Victor Smith (Rochelle); her grandchildren, Sasha Crnolatas and Abell Smith (Aubrey Lough); and her great grandchild Saoirse Lough Smith.
Visitation was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Andrew's Episcopal Church (300 3rd St, Elyria, OH 44035). A funeral service was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, November 14th 2025 at the Ridge Hill Memorial Park (44805 N Ridge Rd, Amherst, OH 44001).
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Cleveland Food Bank https://support.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org.
