David Paul Ruth

David Paul Ruth obituary, West Reading, PA

David Paul Ruth

David Ruth Obituary

Visit the Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc. - West Reading website to view the full obituary.

David Ruth, 83, of Wyomissing, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, in the care of Country Meadows.

Born in West Reading to the late Paul J. and Evelyn A. (Seiz) Ruth, David graduated from Wyomissing High School in 1960. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force from 1960 to 1964.

Following his discharge, his experience in aviation carried into his civilian career as a member of the ground crew for TWA. Dave was beloved by countless flight attendants and earned many commendations for his hard work. He previously resided and worked in San Francisco, Tucson, and San Diego before his retirement in 1998 after 33 years with TWA, at which point he returned to Wyomissing and moved into his childhood home.

He loved to travel and took advantage of his TWA standby passes to treat his family to adventure. Dave was passionate about horse racing and enjoyed collecting horse racing memorabilia, particularly for the Triple Crown races.

Left to treasure Dave's memory is his sister, Ann, wife of Thomas D. Wolfe, of Hilton Head Island, SC; nieces, Heather Wolfe, wife of Quindi Franco, and Meredith Wolfe; nephew, Jevon, husband of Krysta Wolfe; and great nieces and nephews: Paul Vanden Branden; Sylvana and Thea Franco-Wolfe; and Ainsley, Madelyn, and Owen Wolfe. David is also survived by cousins, Barbara Greth, Pat Ventress, George Seiz, and Phyllis Seiz.

David was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Reading.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in David's memory may be offered to the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation, https://www.bleeding.org/.

Services for David will be held privately at his family's convenience. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc, is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at kuhnfuneralhomes.com.

View All Photos

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc. - West Reading

739 Penn Avenue, West Reading, PA 19611

Make a Donation
in David Ruth's name

How to support David's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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 more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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
Ways to honor David Ruth's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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