Ruth Elizabeth Fortini Obituary
In loving memory of Ruth Elizabeth Fortini of Charleston, South Carolina, who departed this world on January 25, 2026 at the age of 69. Ruth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Richard Onge and Ruth St. Onge; her brother Richard "Rick" St. Onge; her stepsiblings, Jean Huebner (Crowley) and Stephen Crowley; and her half-brother William "Billy" Seskevich.
She is survived by: her husband Edward R. Fortini; her stepbrother Kenneth Crowley (Julie Silk Crowley); and her half-sisters, Eileen "Lee" Driscoll Dandan and Heidi Saxe. She is also survived by numerous cousins; nephews; nieces; great-nephews; and great-nieces.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ruth's memory to Canine Companions For Independence (https://canine.org). Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com.
