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Ruth Folz Obituary
Ruth Willke Folz
April 18, 1927-
November 11, 2023.
Ruth Willke Folz passed away on November 11, 2023 at the age of 96.
She is survived by her husband of 73 years, David L. Folz, and her children Dave (Lori Ann), Jeanne (David) Dearth; Jerry (Stacie Boney), Mary (Tim) Callahan, Nancy (Scott) Murphy, Peggy (Tad Bristow), Andy (Lisa), Susan (Phil) West, and Sally (Jeff) Predmore, with 26 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Ruth was well known in Springfield for her many community efforts dedicated to improving children's lives.
Visitation will be held at Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home on Friday, November 17th from 4-7 pm. Funeral will be held at St. Teresa Catholic Church on Saturday, November 18th at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parent Infant Center c/o Rocking Horse Community Health Center 651 S. Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45505.
Full obituary can be found at jkzfh.com. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME.
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Jeff and Cheryl Steinmetz
November 17, 2023
I remember the kind and gentle way Ruth spoke and presented herself. Ruth and Dave were so generous and let me live in Andy's room for a short time when I was starting my adult life. I will always remember her caring side and always trying to help people. Ruthe will be missed greatly.
Cheryl and I wanted to express condolences to the Folz family.
-The Mattisons
November 16, 2023
Condolences to you all. We will remember the greetings, smiles, and stories from our neighbor. May you treasure the memories and appreciate all the good she brought to the lives of others.
Cindy (Hays) Michael
November 15, 2023
So sorry for your loss of Ruth. I had the privilege of working with her at Parent-Infant Center for a few years and it is part of some of my best memories as a nurse. Take care care of one another.
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