Ruth E. Lashley

Ruth E. Lashley, age 97, of Holland, OH, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 3, 2021 at home with loving family by her side. She was born on September 28, 1923 to Samuel and Elizabeth Streight in Toledo, OH. Ruth graduated from Woodward High School. She was a homemaker throughout her life and enjoyed raising her 5 children. Ruth enjoyed gardening, cooking, bowling and arts and crafts. She loved spending time with her family, especially all of her grandchildren which includes 5 generations. Ruth's smile, spirit and caring nature will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Lashley, Sr.; sons, Jack Lashley, Jr. and Samuel Lashley; daughter, Linda Berlin; and 6 brothers. Ruth is survived by her loving daughters Lisa (Jeff) Smith and Doris (Bob) Kaltenbach; sister, Elsie "Cindy" Kurdys; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; daughters-in-law, Lottie and Sue; and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive guests on Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home – West Sylvania Chapel, 3655 King Rd., Toledo (419-392-9500) with Funeral Services beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Toledo Memorial Park.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Heartland Hospice.

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