Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1930
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Ruth Martin Obituary
LIMA — Ruth Martin, age 88, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2019.
Ruth was born November 7, 1930 in Putnam County, Ohio the daughter of August H. and Caroline (Pohl) Utrup who preceded her in death.
On Wednesday, September 6, 1950 she married William (Bill) Martin who preceded her in death on March 31, 2016.
She is survived by five sons: Daniel (Mary Jane) of Amelia, Ohio; Michael (Connie) Martin of Bellefontaine, Ohio; Thomas (Karen) Martin of Elida, Ohio; Stephen (Louise) Martin of Elida, Ohio and Richard (Lori) Martin of Dublin, Ohio and one daughter Rebecca (Kevin) Hils of Bronx, New York; fifteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; two step great grandchildren and two step great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister Irene Utrup and one brother Edwin Utrup along with many nieces and nephews, friends and relatives.
She is preceded in death by two brothers, Roman and Arthur Utrup; two sisters Loretta Hollar and Wilma Springer; grandchild Katelyn Marie Martin; great grandchild, Benjamin Logan Dragotta.
Ruth volunteered at St. Gerard's cafeteria and worked as head cook for about five years. She was a member of Eagles Aux. #370 former member of VFW, Elks #54 Aux. and American Legion Aux #96. She belonged to St. Gerard Catholic Church and the Rosary Altar Society.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home followed by a Parish Wake service at 7:30 p.m. and one hour prior to the service at the church.
A mass of Christian burial will begin at 10:30 AM on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at the St. Gerard Catholic Church. Father Mike Sergi will officiate. Christian Burial will be beside her husband at Gethsemani Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Gerard Catholic Church.
Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Martin
Make a Donation
in Ruth Martin's name
Memorial Events
for Ruth Martin
Aug
21
Aug
21
How to support Ruth's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Ruth Martin's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
