Ruth L. Mannarino (née Lucas) was born Tuesday, December 17, 1929 in Girard, Pennsylvania .
she died Wednesday, August 23, 2023. her recorded age was 93.
Ruth L. Mannarino, age 93, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023. She was born December 17, 1929, in Girard, Pennsylvania to the late Howard and Nellie Lucas. Ruth is survived by her children, Rick, and Tom (Laura), as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren, along with other dear family and friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 71 years, Albert P. Mannarino, daughter, Karen Dardinger, and sister, Gloria Gidner.
Ruth received an associate degree in business. She married Albert on May 3rd, 1950. They moved frequently following Al’s career, finally settling in Westerville, Ohio to be close to family and friends. Ruth was the best assistant furniture builder to her husband, an amazing babysitter to her grandchildren… and all of the family pets as well. She was an avid reader, cooking show watcher, enjoyed her flower garden, and in later years putting together puzzles. Ruth attended the Church of the Messiah in Westerville where she was well loved. She will be missed by family, friends, and neighbors.
The family will be conducting a private graveside service, for both Ruth and Al, at the Flint Cemetery during the morning of Saturday, September 23rd. Afterwards, starting at 1:30 PM, friends and neighbors are invited to join the family for an Open House and Celebration of Life to share memories and enjoy each other’s company.