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Peter Ruth Obituary
Resident of Sebastopol
65, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2010 at Palm Drive Hospital in Sebastopol. He went through life with a whistle and a smile and a spring in his step, always making those around him better. Adored and loving husband of 15 years to Andrea Ruth, he lived with her and their 3 cats (Sprout, Tender, Custard) and dog (Buster) in a quaint Sebastopol cottage for the last 3 years.
Prior to that, he lived in San Jose and the South Bay Area for 40 years, where he was an avid software developer. He loved driving and exploring the back roads of California and being an amateur photographer. He always spoke of travel, especially to the South of France and Monaco, where he spent most of his 7½years in the Air Force, racing Formula 1 and 2 and endurance racing. He was the very proud father of Peter, Pam, Robert, and Paul, and loved them all. He also leaves behind his sisters Barbara, Linda and his brother Jack.
A service will be held at 1pm Friday, October 15th at Pleasant Hills Memorial Park and Mortuary, 1700 Pleasant Hills Rd, Sebastopol, CA 95472.
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Memories and Condolences
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David Frederick
October 20, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. Pete was a great friend during our high school years. I remember him well. He was kind, smart, dedicated to what ever he desided to take on. Peace be with Pete and his entire family.
Margaret Beard
October 19, 2010
To the Family and Friends of Mr. Peter C. Ruth,
I am very sorry for your loss, may you all find strength and comfort from our God, because he promise, " That He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The formal things has passed away.
Mardi Noetling
October 14, 2010
God speed Pete. I have many fond memories of you and my Pete during our days at Mather Field, together with Joe, Hammy, Friedrich and many others.
Mick & Shawn Gibson
October 14, 2010
Our prayers are with the family. May you find comfort in your memories.
Mick & Shawn Gibson
October 14, 2010
Being separated by death is not saying "good-bye" but rather "so long for now." Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Time will ease the pain.
October 14, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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