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BORN
1955
DIED
2021
Ruth Kazeck Obituary
She gave generously of her time and resources to many causes, including Young Life, Florida House, and more.
The celebration of her life will be Saturday, July 17th at 2PM at Maitland Presbyterian Church, 341 N. Orlando Avenue, Maitland, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made in her memory to Young Life Central Florida (https://giving.younglife.org, be sure to designate to Central Florida, AG326).
An online guestbook is available at AustinFuneralService.com 615-377-0775.
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Susan Carrick Varnadoe
August 28, 2025
I was friends with Ruth from my first month at what was then FTU. She was more mature than I was even though younger. We stayed in touch through the years . Ruth joined a group of friends when we went sailing in the Bahamas! So much fun. She visited me in California after Tom passed. We had a chance to remember old times and have some fun. I loved her and Tom. I miss her so much. My love to her family.
Susie Breckenridge
July 18, 2021
I loved Ruth. We enjoyed many great times together traveling on the Sea Cloud, at YoungLife camps, and most recently at the YL2020 Celebration. She felt so good and spread her usual good cheer and warmth. I treasure all of those times with this sweet gracious generous soul and rejoice with her now. I will miss her. Love and hugs to Andy and Liz and your families.
Virginia & Dennis Casey
July 17, 2021
Many sincere wishes & blessings to Ruth´s special family
Molly Chitwoos
July 16, 2021
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July 16, 2021
Ruthie was the kind of mom I want to be like. From the moment I met her, she welcomed me and the rest of Liz´s friends into her heart and home. She was so easy to talk to and so kind. The first time I stayed at the Kazeck´s house, I remember her complementing a fleece blanket I had made. She said she loved it and asked if I could show her how I had made it. She ended up making one just like it. She was at every special function possible from our college graduation to baby sitting for Liz and Adam on NYE so we could all get together. I loved getting to know her more throughout the years. She was a very special one of a kind lady. One of my favorite memories was when she helped us out so much by picking my husband and I up from the airport on our way to Universal. I´m so thankful to have known her.
Leslie Macaulay
July 15, 2021
Liz and Andy,
So very sorry to hear news of Ruth's passing. Your mom will always have a very special place in my heart. She was an amazing,kind, loving and caring woman who never hesitated to step up and help and I will always be grateful for her support and encouragement. She and your wonderful dad are together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Leslie Macaulay
Lynn Brown and George MacKay
July 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss! Ruth was a beautiful person.
Paul Marchand
July 14, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Greg and Susan Kiefer
July 14, 2021
Liz and Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a special lady and we certainly had fond memories being with her. I recall one special memory long ago of your parents taking my young family for an eventful boat ride around the lake. They both were fabulous people to be around. May she Rest In Peace. God bless you and your families.
Susan Carrick Varnadoe
July 14, 2021
I met Ruth my second year at UCF. We were both in Student Government working for Lee Constantine. She and I became friends and had fun working together. Ruth was so lovely - both in looks and personality. She seemed more mature than me and I was older! One year Ruth joined David and I and several friends on a sailing trip to the Bahamas. 7 of us packed into a sail boat and cruised in the Abacos. It was a blast. We all remember that time and have recounted it many times through the years,
She and Tom were wonderful friends. We worked on Real Estate deals together. Tom provided the opportunity to help with my masters .
After Tom passed, Ruth came out to San Francisco where I was working and we had the opportunity to spend some time together.
While I didn´t get the opportunity to spend as much time together in the last few years, I never stopped thinking about her and the times our life intersected.
Ruth, you will be missed.
Deborah Ruport (Tribe member)
July 14, 2021
Ruth was a wonderful, loving and caring woman. Her and I traveled the world together - aboard the Sea Cloud, she was always my roommate; Africa trips seeing Young Life ministry and enjoying safaris together. I will miss this amazing friend; have many wonderful memories of spending time and sharing experiences with her which remind me of how special she was. Andy & Liz you have a wonderful legacy of faith and love gifted to each of you from her. May your memories with her bring you much comfort and peace. God bless you and your families.
Nancy Stine
July 14, 2021
Ruth and I were in a Bible study for a few years many years ago. She was always welcoming and lovely. I looked forward to our sharing the time with her. She so loves her family and has compassion for everyone. My deepest condolences to you all.
Joan Milligan
July 13, 2021
I remember your mom,so sorry for your loss. She and Gayley Lauteria were friends and both shopped with me, I loved finding beautiful outfits for her. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out.
Lucia Knutson
July 8, 2021
Jim and I offer our love to all of Ruth's family and friends. We had such joy in sharing wonderful times with Ruth and Tom. She is a treasure to keep in our hearts.
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