Ruth Klein

Ruth Klein

Ruth Klein, 76, of Albuquerque, passed away on August 27, 2025. Born in Dayton, Ohio in 1949, to Gladys and Edgar Estridge, she was the seventh of eight children. A young ballerina, she first found work as a fashion model, embarking on an international journey where she met her husband of 51 years, Harris Klein, amid the idealistic surroundings of the Kibbutz Shamir.

With striking black hair, sparkling green eyes, and a full-faced smile, she always made a statement when she walked into a room; as a fashion icon, she was always, unapologetically, herself. Ruth and Harris would retell the story of seeing each other across a crowded room and instantly falling in love.

As a fiercely loving mother and fastidious homemaker, she never lost track of her passions, which evolved over time to encompass interests in antiquity, astrology, genealogy, spirituality, and the cosmos.

As a Regent in the NSDAR, she was enthusiastic about volunteering to help veterans. Other volunteer work included preschool education and delivering puppies to the infirm in Ohio.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Harris; their son, Adam (and wife Michelle, and their children Averie and Elliotto, whom Ruth was affectionately known as "Nana"); daughter, Rachel (and husband Sean); and her sister, Susie.

Donations may be sent to dar.org. To read Ruth's full obituary, please visit www.FrenchFunerals.com.