Ruth E. Brooks 1940-2020

Ruth was born March 2, 1940, in Smithton, Pa., a daughter of the late Belmont and Della Stinebaugh.

She was a graduate of Rostraver High School and shortly after, married the love of her life, Edwin Brooks, on June 11, 1960. She was a member of Rust City Church in Niles. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with family, especially while traveling.

Ruth will be deeply missed by her loving husband, Edwin; her daughters, Terri (Ron) Yendrek and Kelly (Dan) Huscroft; grandchildren, Caitlyn (Cameron) Richter, Emily Gibson, Alyssa Huscroft, Alexis Huscroft and Nate Huscroft; and great-granddaughter, Olivia Richter.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Aretta Greenawald; and brothers, Fredrick and Kenneth Stinebaugh.

A memorial service will be held at a later date and cremation was entrusted with Lane Family Funeral Homes-Madasz Chapel in Brookfield.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Family and friends may send their heartfelt condolences by visiting www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

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