Ruth Camber Dettloff

Ruth Camber Dettloff obituary, Phoenix, AZ

Ruth Camber Dettloff

Ruth Dettloff Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary and Cemetery - Scottsdale on Dec. 28, 2024.

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The 93 year old body of Ruth Camber Dettloff released her spirit at home on December 23rd 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Ruth had a lifelong love of the ocean. She worked as a circulation manager and society editor for The Ellsworth American. Ruth was a Navy wife and cryptanalyst with NSA. She was a dedicated caretaker of her husband through many years of his illnesses. He passed away six months before their 50th wedding anniversary. She then volunteered for Hospice and various catholic committees following his death. Ruth was a best friend and mentor to many. She was preceded in death by her husband and son. She will be forever remembered and loved by her two remaining sons, seven grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren.
Services will be held at The Casa Franciscan Renewal Center at 5802 E Lincoln Dr. Scottsdale AZ 85253 on Friday January 3rd, 2025 at 10:30 am. A reception will follow in the Serra room at the same location.
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April 29, 2025

Shirlee Hall posted to the memorial.

March 30, 2025

Joan (Nelson) Whiteman posted to the memorial.

December 28, 2024

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Shirlee Hall

April 29, 2025

I just recently learned about the passing of my aunt Ruth. I would only see her in the summer when she came to Maine and the last time I saw her was at the graveside service for my father, (her brother) in 2019. I also learned about the passing of my cousin, her oldest son, Bruce who passed in Aug of 2022. I will remember them both with love and memories.

Joan (Nelson) Whiteman

March 30, 2025

I am so sorry that I am so late with passing my sympathy on to the family of Ruth Dettloff. I have known Ruth for many years, and she was always an inspiration to talk to. I met Ruth and Don when they would pick up their grandchildren at First Baptist Children's Center. Faith was about 4 years old, and Aubrey was about 2 years old. I was a student working at the Preschool and later returned as the Director after college and that is about when Matthew came along! I have been privileged to be in touch with Ruth these many years! She loved her family and would always share an update with me of their many activities. It was a joy to talk to Ruth on the phone and hear the joy in her voice, no matter what the circumstances were! I will always remember her loving ways! She will be missed! Sincerely, Joan Whiteman (Miss Joan)

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April 29, 2025

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December 28, 2024

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