Ruth L. Schertenlieb

December 8, 1926 - January 26, 2022

Ruth L. Schertenlieb, age 95, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 8, 1926, to Wayne and Mabel (Perkins) Doremire in Muskegon, MI and has called it home ever since. She attended and graduated from Muskegon Heights High School. On March 26, 1947, she married the love of her life, Frederick Schertenlieb in Muskegon. Together they cherished 63 years of marriage full of love, laughter, and endless memories. Fred preceded her in death on September 8, 2010. Ruth was a faithful woman and a humble servant of God, and personified unconditional love. She was a longtime active member at Temple United Methodist Church, where she loved being involved. She enjoyed volunteering her time with the Mission for Area People program, spending her time in both the clothing room and food pantry. She also enjoyed knitting, crossword and jigsaw puzzles and reading her Bible. Above all things, she truly enjoyed spending time with her family. Family gatherings and summer picnics at the river were some of Ruth’s favorite times. She had a knack for telling stories, and her family will tell you that her stories often contained a whole lot of middle. Ruth will always be remembered as a loving wife, proud mom, wonderful gram and great-gram and dear friend to so many. Her kind heart and sweet spirit will truly be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by 3 of her children, Fred (Brenda) Schertenlieb, Carol (Bob) Taylor, Jan (Joe) Krypel; 7 grandchildren, Eli, Hannah Ruth, Sara, Mike, Jamie, Lisa, and Tori; 1 great-grandson, Alec; daughter-in-law, Mindy Schertenlieb; many nieces and nephews, and special “double” cousin, Laura Hansen. She was preceded in death by her parents, son Ed Schertenlieb, brother Melv (Eleanor) Doremire, and sister Barb (Oscar) Swanson. A visitation with the family will be held from 4-7:00PM on Friday, February 25, 2022, at The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442. A Celebration of Ruth’s life will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 11:00AM at Temple United Methodist Church, 2500 Jefferson St., Muskegon Heights, MI 49444. She will be laid to rest with her husband Fred in Restlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Ruth’s honor should be directed to Temple United Methodist Church or Harbor Hospice. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com.