Ruth Vadleen Smith, age 86 of Grand Rapids, passed away July 27, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Raatz; father, Adam Schmidt; mother, Alma Dahlke; daughter, Ami Hughers; sister, Gloria Schmidt. Ruth is survived by her step-son Shaun (Donna) Bartz; grandsons, Adam (Tashe Pyne) Bartz, Kevin Bartz; great granddaughter, Emry Pyne.
Ruth worked at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She also volunteered at the Kent County Animal Shelter, helping care for the cats. Ruth loved biking and traveling. Her true joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren.
Burial will place at 3pm on Friday, August 2, 2024, at Fairplains Cemetery, 1105 Knapp St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. Fr. Danny Orris officiating.