Mary Ruth Knauff Obituary
The world bids farewell to Mary Ruth Knauff of Peebles, Ohio, departing on October 7, 2025 at the age of 88. Mary Ruth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Ruth Knauff to show support.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Mary Ruth leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Leo "Dink" Swisshelm and Mary Swisshelm (Bowles); her husband Ernest "Leroy" Knauff; her sons, Mike Knauff and Steve Knauff; and her sisters, Shirley Swayne and Ella Swisshelm.
She is survived by: her son Brian (Angie Knauff); and her sisters, Betty Seaman of Peebles and Wealthy Dempsey of Felicity. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren and four grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Locust Grove Cemetery (10530 OH-73, Peebles, OH 45660).
