Robert R. Ruth Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Robert R. Ruth of Harleysville, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 7, 2025 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harvey M. Ruth and Evelyn Ruth (Rosenberger); his former wife Evelyn G. Ruth; his daughter Sharon L. Kershner; his daughters-in-law, Robin and Melissa E. Ruth; his stepsons, Stephen J. and Paul L. Stranix; and his brother-in-law Rev. Lawrence Smith.
He is survived by: his wife Dorothy S. Ruth (Sweeney); his sons, Brian G. Ruth of Elkton, MD and Kevin B. Ruth of Akron, PA; his son-in-law Daryl Kershner of Fleetwood, PA; his stepchildren, Margaret Hunsicker (Steven Fleischer) of Norristown, PA, Mary Kay Posselli (James) of Pocono Pines, PA and James F. Stranix (Judith Prescott) of Schwenksville, PA; his grandchildren, Nicole L. Ruth of Ephrata, PA, Timothy R. Kershner (Sarah) of Oley, PA, Brandon J. Ruth of Akron, PA and Jonathan Kershner (Lily) of Red Hill, PA; his stepgrandchildren, Sean Hunsicker (Lauren) of Lansdale, PA, James Posselli of Bryn Mawr, PA, Andrew Posselli (Tina Pas) of Pocono Pines, PA and Jennifer Stranix of Toughkenamon, PA; and his sisters, Marlene Smith of Zieglerville, PA and Susan Swavely (Willard) of Pennsburg, PA.. He is also survived by his five great-grandchildren; his four step-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Peter Becker Community Benevolent Fund, 800 Maple Avenue, Harleysville, PA 19438 https://peterbeckercommunity.com.
