Ruth E. Fites, 96, was the loving wife of the late Cyril Fites; beloved daughter of the late Frederick and Ruth Margenau; devoted mother of Carolyn Schulte and step-mother of Phyllis (Norbert) Struemph; and cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her step-son Vernon Fites; son-in-law, Jerry Schulte; grandson, Jay Schulte; and brother, Fred Margenau. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.