Howard ““Sonny”” W. Ruths, Jr.

Date of Death: May 13, 2013

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Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

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Stephens City, VA 22655

Monday 5/20, 11:00 am

Howard “Sonny” W. Ruths, Jr.

Howard Wilson Ruths, Jr., 74, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Monday, May 13, 2013, in Winchester Medical Center.

Mr. Ruths was born in 1939, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Howard W. and Kathryn M. Ruths, Sr. He was a graduate of Smithsburg High School, Class of 1957 in Smithsburg, Maryland. Mr. Ruths was a Foreman Operating for Potomac Edison / Allegheny Power Company, serving for over 32 years, and retiring in 1997. He was a member and Vestry Member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stephens City. Mr. Ruths was a member of Salem Lodge #196 AF&AM in Smithsburg, Maryland; Post 239 Sons of the American Legion in Cascade, Maryland; Eagles Incorporated of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania; Smithsburg (MD) Community Volunteer Fire Company; Winchester Eagles Aerie #824, Elks Lodge BPOE #867, and Moose Lodge #1260.

He married Sudie Loretta Winders on October 14, 1957, in Smithsburg, Maryland.

Surviving with his wife are his sons, Howard “Bud” W. Ruths, III and wife, Debbie of Georgetown, Tennessee, Edgar “Ed” B. Ruths and wife, Bobbi, Lynn S. Ruths and wife, Sebrina “Beanie”, all of Stephens City, Virginia; grandchildren, Jennifer McCoy and husband, Nathan, Tiffany Snow and husband, Aaron, Janessa McCormick and husband, Drew, Alexis Ruths, Isaac Ruths, Taylor Ruths, Tanner Ruths and Zach McCarty; one great granddaughter, Rilyn McCormick; and his sister, Sharon F. Olsen of Cascade, Maryland.

His daughter, Susan May Ruths and sister, Shirley E. Ruths, preceded him in death.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, from 5:00-7:00 PM at Omps Funeral Home located at 1600 Amherst Street, Winchester, Virginia and again Monday from 10:00-11:00 AM, at Trinity Lutheran Church (Jones Chapel) in Stephens City, Virginia.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church (Jones Chapel) in Stephens City, Virginia with Rev. Robert Clark, Jr. assisting the Rev. Cameron P. Keyser. Interment will be in Green Hill Cemetery, Stephens City, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be his sons and grandsons, with Frank Schaller, Joel Schaller, Andrew Olsen, and Corey Snyder as Honorary Pallbearers.

Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1087, Stephens City, Virginia, 22655.

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Howard “Sonny” W. Ruths, Jr. Howard Wilson Ruths, Jr., 74, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Monday, May 13, 2013, in Winchester Medical Center. Mr. Ruths was born in 1939, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Howard W. and Kathryn M. Ruths, Sr. He was a graduate of Smithsburg High School, Class ofContinue Reading

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You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace &comfort at this sad time.

Loretta and family, You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of Sonny. Dorothy and Marshall Conner

Loretta & Family You all are in our prayers and have our sincere condolences. Respectfully Polly & Linwood DeHaven

Rest in peace "WooWoo" Your laughter was contagious and could brighten any day. We will miss that smiling face and genuine sense of humor! Love, Donna & Ben

Our thoughts and prayers be with you and your family at this time.

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

Our thoughts and prayers be with you and your family at this time.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Sonny. We know Sharon very well and know Sonny from the campground. He was a great person, loved to tell jokes and have fun. Will miss seeing him this summer. Our prayers are with all of you.

So sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry we can't be there with you in person, but will be thinking of you and praying for you. Dale & Carolyn

Sonny was there for me during hard times and always a gentleman.I know your home now at peace with our father in heaven,Lisa

Mr. Ruths barely knew our family, but nevertheless, selflessly helped our family out on several occasions. Mr. Ruths and his son, Lynn, are good men. Their family is in our prayers.

Mom, Bob and I are keeping your family close in our thoughts and foremost in our prayers. May the Lord grant you His peace, comfort and strength in your time of loss.

Loretta & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to have known Sonny. He made everyone feel welcome at Trinity Lutheran Church. Our love and prayers go out to you all. Kim

I worked with Sonny at Kernstown Potomac Edison with me being the contractor. He was always pleasant and cheerful to me, and very professional. My memories with Sonny are bright spots in my life. I am presently in Harlingen, TX so I won't be able to attend but I will be with you all in spirit.

Praying for the whole family that God will give you strength, comfort, & peace during this difficult time. In His Love, Ginnie & Steve Watkins Statesboro, GA

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Sonny. He was such a wonderful and caring person. Goldie and I both had the pleasure of working with him. Loretta, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Loretta, We are so sorry for your loss. Sonny will always have a special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your special memories be a comfort to you. Heaven has gained a shining star.

Loretta, We are so sorry for your loss. Sonny will always have a special place in our hearts. Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.

Letting you know that I am keeping the family in my prayers. If I could, I would take your pain away. Yet I can be with you in my thoughts and prayers. Sending each of you love and hugs.

Are thoughts and prayers are with the Ruth's Family in this time of sadness. May everyone remember what a great man Sonny was and how he helped so many people in his life. And we will always remember how he loved to hunt and fish and was the best sportsman a friend could have.

Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am to hear about Mr. Ruth's passing. I pray peace and comfort for the family and a peaceful journey for Mr. Ruth into the arms of our Lord and Savior.

Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.

So sorry to hear of Sonnys passing. We loved spending time with him at Saunderosa. He was so much fun, always there to help in whatever way he could. , he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Loretta & Family, was shocked to hear of Sonnys passing. Our prayers are with you & your family Sonny was a kind & considerate man, we enjoyed the time you two came to visit with us in Florida

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.