She resided in Diamond Bar, CA, and previously lived in Annapolis, MD, Redlands, CA, Granville, and Newark, OH. Raised in Senecaville, OH, Louise attended Ohio University, where she met her husband, Frederick David Petry. She graduated in 1962 with a degree in Mathematics.
Louise began her career as a teacher in Ohio. On August 3, 1963, she married Dave at Harmony Lutheran Church in Buffalo, Ohio. After starting her family, she chose to stay home to raise her three children, Brian, Darrel and Mary. Later, Louise earned a master's degree in special education at Cal State San Bernardino and began teaching as a special education teacher until her retirement.
Louise was very active in church throughout her life, serving in various roles. She loved the Lord Jesus Christ and set a positive example for all, caring for people and taking an interest in their lives. Most recently, she was on the Church Council of Christ Lutheran Church in West Covina, CA. She participated in and ran Bible study groups and consistently ensured the church had sweet treats and coffee after the Sunday sermon.
Louise loved spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, and participating in many hobbies, including sewing, quilting, gardening, yoga, walking, Bible studies, and the American Association of University Women (AAUW).
Louise is survived by her sister, Martha Gray of Mission Viejo, CA, her brother, Paul Murphy of Senecaville, OH, her two sons, daughter, and five grandchildren: Brian and his wife, Julie of San Diego, CA; Darrel and his wife, Tina of Riverside, CA; Mary Petry Servino and her husband, Luca of Stratford, CT; and five grandchildren: Jared, Joel, Maliah, Mason, and Luke.
Celebration of Life Ceremony and reception will be announced soon.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Louise's honor be given to the Christ Lutheran Church Endowment Fund.
A graveside service for Ruth will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 Workman Mill Rd, Whittier, California 90601.
Ruth will be laid to rest in Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 Workman Mill Rd, Whittier, California 90601; Glory Lawn; Gate: 1, Section: 8, Lot: 2438, Grave: 4.
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