Ruth V. Kanitz

Ruth V. Kanitz

Ruth Kanitz Obituary

Published by Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel from May 26 to May 27, 2010.
KANITZ, Ruth V., 93, of Richmond, died Monday, May 24, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, A. W. "Art" Kanitz. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn K. Cropper (Bill); son, Karl A. Kanitz (Sharon); daughter, Marsha K. Lyall (Gerry); seven grandchildren, Courtney, Will, Karson, Justin, Elizabeth, Ann Marie and Catherine; seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Kanitz was a volunteer at St. Mary's Hospital for 44 years, founding and active member of College Hills Woman's Club for 55 years, a member of Hermitage Country Club for 65 years and an avid Bridge player and golfer. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where a funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Thursday. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bridget Catholic Church or St. Mary's Hospital Women's Auxiliary.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Ruth's 93rd birthday with her great grandsons

Elizabeth Schultz

June 3, 2010

S Whitehead

May 27, 2010

Me deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Kanitz. The world marvels at her strength and longevity. The Bible at Psalm 90:10 calls it "special mightiness". May the promise found at Isaiah 26:19 bring you comfort and hope as you celebrate a life well lived.

May 26, 2010

Marsha, Karl, Kay and families
Our hearts are filled with sadness at your loss of Aunt Ruth. We can not imagine the pain you feel now but we wanted to let you know that our loving thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have many good memories of her summer visits with Kay to Cudahy as well as my visit to Richmond many years ago. She will be missed. †
Love, Jim & Gayle (Venus) Bernander

Donna Sylla

May 26, 2010

Karl, Kay and Marsha

We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Ruth's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. So many memories go back to the days in Cudahy when everyone would come to visit in the summer. Time passes so quickly. She had a wonderful and life and will be missed by many.

Love, Scott and Donna (Venus) Sylla

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