Ruth Klatte

Ruth Klatte obituary, Randolph, NJ

Ruth Klatte

Ruth Klatte Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Tuttle Funeral Home on Mar. 16, 2026.
Ruth J Klatte , 97, passed away at Merry Heart Assisted living on March 11th, 2026. She was a devoted wife and mother and long time resident of Randolph NJ. Ruth was born in Williamsport PA to the late Howard and Edith (Frymire) Smith. She was married 73 years to her husband John. Together they raised 6 children, particularly devoted to their handicapped son Thomas.

Some of Ruth's hobbies included decorating, gardening, casinos and going to or hosting a good garage sale.

She is predeceased by her husband John, sons Joseph and Thomas, her 3 brothers Edgar, Charles and Richard and her 3 sisters Helen, Kathleen and Shirley. Ruth is survived by her children John D. and Sandra Klatte of Randolph, Mary and Robert Bauerlein of Randolph, Rita and Walter Roessler of Randolph, James and Diane Klatte of Colorado and daughter-in-law Gale Klatte of Randolph. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

We will all miss the good times!

Services will be held privately.

Arragements by Tuttle Funeral Home, 272 Route 10, Randolph (www.tuttlefh.com).

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