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Seth Ruth Obituary
Seth M. Ruth, 33, of Kutztown, died Friday, October 31, 2014, at 7:12 p.m., in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township as the result of injuries sustained in a work-place accident that occurred October 30, 2014.
He was the husband of Amy L. (Engelman) Ruth. They were married August 8, 2007. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Brenda S. (Rohrbach), wife of Dominick J. Loiacono, Whitehall, and the late Edwin B. Ruth.
Mr. Ruth was a member of Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Seth worked for Snyder Construction, Fleetwood, PA, in concrete construction for over three years. Prior to that he was employed as a landscaper for Early Bird Landscaping, Kutztown. Seth enjoyed snowmobile racing, fishing and playing golf.
Seth is survived by his wife; mother and step-father; daughter, Addison G. Ruth, age 5; and a son, Wyatt E. Ruth, age 2½, both at home. Other survivors include a brother, Jason A., husband of Angela N. (Hess) Ruth, Mertztown; paternal grandmother, Dorothy I. (Frey) Ruth, a guest at Cedarbrook, Allentown; maternal grandparents, Clarence H., and Althea M. (Smith) Rohrbach, Mertztown.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. from Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, 50 Luther Drive, Mertztown. Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends may call Saturday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the church.
The family requests contributions be made to Addison G. & Wyatt E. Ruth Education Fund, c/o Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., P.O. Box 25, Topton, PA 19562-0025.
Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., Topton, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be recorded at www.ludwickfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Scott Britton
November 13, 2014
I had the fortune of meeting Seth a few years ago and had the opportunity to share the passion of snowmobile hillclimb racing with him. He was a friend, competitor and good man. Most of all he loved his family.
Zach Reinert
November 9, 2014
Really surprised to hear this. Went to school with Seth and hung out when we were younger. He was a good guy and it really puts life in perspective. Being in construction also, I know how dangerous work can be. RIP Seth.
November 7, 2014
Dear Amy, Addison, and Wyatt, my heart goes out to you and your young children. I understand what you must be feeling, having lost my husband suddenly in a tragic accident. My sincere sympathies to you and I trust you will find hope in the days ahead. Much love, prayers, and hugs... Tracy Gehman
Deserea Kennedy
November 7, 2014
R.I.P. Seth you were such a great person always willing to help anyone in need! My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this very hard time!
Bridget Nederostek
November 7, 2014
So sorry to hear about your brother Jason. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
November 7, 2014
So sorry Jason to hear about your brother. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Nick Henszey
November 7, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the family and Seth's kids. Way too young and just tragic. Known Seth for years since we were kids. Rest in peace my friend.
Linda+George Smith
November 5, 2014
R.I.P. Seth! Amy our thoughts and prayer are with you and your children! We could not have asked for better neighbors!
Kenny Henninger
November 5, 2014
Seth was a great guy who would never say "No" when someone needed help. He will be missed very much.
Linda Rohrbach
November 5, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the entire Ruth family, especially his great-grandmother, Dorothy Ruth, and aunts and uncles. I grew up in the neighborhood that his Dad did and know the family was always a giving family. Know that Seth is now with his father and you will see them both again someday.
Craig and Denise Frey
November 4, 2014
We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. You are in our every prayer and thought.
Amy Dean
November 4, 2014
R.I.P Seth, Jason I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. You as well as Seth's family are in our thoughts and prayers. As I read some of the passages and things on other pages I can tell Seth was a wonderful husband and a caring father. May god guide you, your family and Seth's family through this sad ordeal and rough time. GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Jess
November 4, 2014
RIP Seth, you will be missed, you were a great father, husband and uncle, thanks for teaching Autumn how to fish, she will miss you a lot. Prayers go out to the entire family. We will miss you.
kimberley smith
November 4, 2014
Our prayers are with the Ruth family at this time. I actually saw Seth last week at the Mobile in Kutztown, and I'm kicking myself for not stopping and talking to him! He was an amazing young man!!! My heart breaks for his children. Your daddy was a special man, and you have an amazing angel watching over you now!! My prayers are with the family!!
Jeremy Barlet
November 4, 2014
Jason, I enjoyed your brothers company. Often I have thought about you and him. To me, he was a brother I would have loved to call as much. Call me 5708562318. I would love to catch up once time has passed. Thinking of Seth as the days pass.
Amber Hess
November 4, 2014
You were one in a million, we will always keep you in our hearts. Rest easy brother an watch over us for now you are our angel !!
Jessica Egolf
November 4, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with you're family as this difficult time!
Molly Fenstermacher Pitts
November 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Seth's passing. My thoughts and Prayers to the family.
Pat Schwindenhammer
November 4, 2014
Sorry for your loss Amy and the rest of Seth's family. I only meet him acouple of times when he was with derrick or over at judy's house.
Brenda and Kids
November 4, 2014
Sending my thoughts and prayers to amy and the children....remembering seth as a really good neighbor, nice man and loving husband and father. my heart is heavy for all of you he was way to young...RIP Seth
Jenn
November 4, 2014
RIP Seth. The entire Ruth Family is in my prayers.
Dan Smalley
November 4, 2014
Words cant express the emotions we feel,he will truly be missed seth was a great friend and will never be forgotten.
Lori Zimmerman
November 4, 2014
Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and also his employer.
Tony Kistler
November 4, 2014
RIP Seth, you were a good friend, my prayers to other friends and the family.
C Bortz
November 4, 2014
Heartfelt sympathy and prayers sent to the Ruth family.
Bruce and Carol Bortz
Jessica Egolf
November 4, 2014
Sending thoughts and prayers to his family.
Meghan
November 4, 2014
Ruth family, I'm speechless to be reading this, many high school memories come in mind when I think of Seth and Jason. I'm so sorry for your loss and the sadness you have at the moment. RIP Seth.
scott steltz
November 4, 2014
Sorry for your loss, Seth was a great guy.
Melissa
November 4, 2014
Sending thoughts and prayers to Seth's family.... knrw Seth for a long time through school and everything... memories will never be forgotten... rest in peace...
Wendy (Warmkessel) Filchner
November 4, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to your entire family.
Oscar & Cheryl Day
November 4, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this time of tragic loss. We hope he is at peace and as time goes on, it'll get easier for Amy and the kids. Seth will be sadly missed. Know he was a great father and the kids were lucky to have him.
kandy solt
November 3, 2014
RIP Seth. He definitely enjoyed snowmobiling. My prayers go out to all who knew him.
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