WIDMAN, Ruth A.

Age 90, of Kettering, entered her eternal home peacefully on April 2, 2022. Ruth was born in Dayton, on November 4, 1931, to Edwin and Minnie (Busse) Grabeman.She graduated from Fairmont High School, Denison University (Psychology) and

Miami University (Educational Guidance). She worked at

Rike's, then as a skilled counselor in Kettering Schools at D.L. Barnes and St. Charles. She loved traveling, sports, kept life-long friends, and connected people with respect and kindness. Her creative leadership and ideas were manifested in career, countless church volunteer activities (Buckeye Brigade), occasions for hospitality, and family reunions. Faith and family mattered most. She loved her parents, her brother Vic (Jo) Grabeman and their children. She devoted loving energies as wife and understated cheering partner to Jim Widman. She paved the way for daughters,

Sally (Ferree) and Julie (Pickrel), and admired sons-in-law, Dan Pickrel and Rob Ferree. She heaped love and adoration on grandchildren, Lauren Pickrel and Matt Leske, Kaitlin Pickrel, and Rachel, Hannah and Emma Ferree. Her generous spirit prevails through rich stories of faith, humor, wisdom, and

connected family histories. She received exceptional care at Suites of Walnut Creek and helpful transition services by Ohio Valley Hospice. A Celebration of Life ceremony will occur at David's Church on Saturday, April 16 at 11:00 AM; visitation begins at 10:00 AM. The family requests memorial contributions for community needs to David's United Church of Christ, 170 W. David Rd., Kettering, OH 45429.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Apr. 7 to Apr. 10, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth WIDMAN

Sponsored by Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel.

9 Entries

Paul and Kaaren Dunlap

April 14, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to Ruth´s family. She gave of herself selflessly to all. Peace and comfort to you in this time of sorrow. Unfortunately we will be out of town and unable to attend the service to honor her. She was a real pillar of David´s Church and certainly will certainly be missed.

Beth and Alan Schaeffer

April 13, 2022

Unfortunately we are traveling and unable to attend the service for Ruth but want to let you know that Ruth has a special spot in our hearts which will be hers always. She was one of the most incredible human beings we have known. Always there to greet us with a friendly hello; genuinely interested in and caring of others; always doing more than her share and always cheerful. We met Ruth and Jim on our first visit to David's Church many years ago, and because they met us with such warmth and kindness we decided to make David's our Church Home. We grieve the loss of this remarkable woman.

Jamie Mhaskar

April 13, 2022

Ruth was one of the friendliest and most encouraging women I have known. She helped us get involved at David´s when we first moved to Dayton and helped shape my family´s faith journey. Please accept our sincere condolences.

George& Linda Ford

April 13, 2022

We loved Ruth's loving spirit of welcoming concern. Her greetings of our guests at church was a true example of Christian hospitality. Her phone calls showed genuine interest and caring and were so uplifting. We want to express our deepest sympathy to her family.

Robin Farinet

April 13, 2022

Once greeted by Ruth, David's became our home. Her kindness and thoughtfulness and welcoming spirit serves as a guiding influence for all. In other words - we loved her.

Richard & Linda Smith

April 13, 2022

We remember Ruth being such a loving and fun person. Enjoyed working with her. She always had an ear to lend if you needed to talk. Ruth will be missed so much. Our sympathy and prayers to her loving family.
The Smiths
Davids U.C.C.

John and Karen Warrington

April 11, 2022

I am shocked to hear of Ruthie´s passing. I had just had a wonderful phone conversation with her several weeks ago and she sounded great and full of energy. I´ll always cherish the memories of Jim And Ruthie at family gatherings. Our sincere condolences go out to Sally and Julie, their family and friends.

The Houston Family

April 11, 2022

Ruth Widman was an exceptional school counselor at St. Charles. We remember her fondly and gratefully for her positive interactions with our children. Rest in Peace.

Claudia Stolz

April 9, 2022

Ah! Ruth. What a loss to humanity. She was a pillar to our church, a friend, one so admired by so many. She will always remain in our memories our hearts. I will be out-of-town for her service, which makes me sad. Buckeye Queen. I love you! Always in my heart.

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