Ruth Dyer
Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Ruth Ann Dyer (nee Dames) passed away peacefully on February 24, 2022. Loving and devoted wife of 60 years to Patrick H. Dyer and mother to Braven, Michelle (Kevin Daly), Ricky, Gina Osborn (Tim), Timothy (Renee’) and Lawrence (Kimberly). Grandmother of John Collins (Laurel), Kristin Collins, Caitlin Daly, Lauren Carden (Kelsey), Timothy “T.J.” Meder, Nolan Dyer, Derek Schwartz (Allison), Erin and Lauren Dyer; Great- Grandmother of Oliver, Braven and Charlie; dear sister to Sr. Luella Dames, C.P.P.S., Mary (Robert) Schuette, Celine (the late Vernon) Griesbauer, Clara Hoeckelmann (Paul) and Theresa Hernandez (Alex); sister-in-law of Fred Dyer (Rose), Mary (the late Andrew) McColloch and Martha (the late L.M.) Dyer.
Ruth is preceded in death by her father Eugene Dames, mother Frances (Albers), her father-in-law Lawrence Dyer, mother-in-law Theresa (Burkemper), her granddaughter Robin Collins, brothers and sisters Eugene (Rosemary) Dames, Francis (Laverne) Dames, Loretta (Ben) Keaveny, Helen (Hurley) Seagrass; sister-in-law of Bernard and Elizabeth Dyer, James and Ann Williams, Franclyn and Robert Davis.
Ruth was a longstanding advocate for Pro-Life and received a 40-year certificate of recognition from the St. Louis Archdiocese and led the parish’s fight against abortion by planning and attending the 8th grade trips to Washington as well as the raffles at the picnic. She received “The Lady of theYear” Award three times from the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus.
As devoted parishoners, she and Pat were engaged in the parish’s picnic planning and in charge of the picnic’s dining room for 25 years. She was part of the group of parishioners that started the 24-hour prayer service in the Chapel that started on June 1st, 1991 and has continued since. She was also on the committee to bring back the Corpus Christi procession. She was part of the Ladies’ Sodality for most of her life and also served as an officer.
Ruth was an advid gardener with her children. She grew a huge garden every year and canned everything she could. She had the best pies in town and everyone looked for them at any parish gathering she attended or donated them to. She loved playing board games, card games and fishing, especially with her grandkids.
Memorial Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul Church, St. Paul, Missouri on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM. Visitation will be held at the church immediately before the mass starting at 9:00 AM. Life celebration at the Knights of Columbus following mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul Church, St. Louis Archdiocese Pro-Life or Broader Vision School.
So sorry for your loss loss
We share in your sorrow Pat and family. Ruth was such a special woman with a huge heart, especially for the unborn. If ever there was a prayer warrior, Ruth was the greatest. I would often see her in deep pleading prayer in chaple, as i would come to take her place. She was always kind and made you feel special. I will always remember her and am greatful I knew her.
We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Ruth was so devoted to her family and her faith. She prayed for everyone. She always had a big smile even though she was in pain.she was a special lady for sure. I loved her dearly. She will be missed by so many. No more suffering, Rest In Peace dear friend.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Dear Uncle Pat and the entire Dyer family, my heart is so broken like yours right now. Aunt Ruthie was an guardian angel that we had her on earth. You immediately fell in love with her when you saw her amazing and loving smile. Her hugs made you feel like there wasn’t a care in the world, because you knew they were full of love and prayers. I was so blessed and honored to have the blessing of be her Godchild. I thank GOD daily for blessing me with her and all of you of you as my family. May GOD bless all of you with strength and comfort knowing she will always live in our memories and thoughts.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ruth. She was an amazing lady. Her dedication to her various organizations was inspirational. Ruth was always a great friend to the Knights of Columbus Clowns. Many years ago the Clowns made her and Pat honorary members. Just a couple of years ago we saw her still wearing the jacket we presented her with!
Ruth will be remembered by many, but missed by all.
So sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing — what a great pro-life warrior. Please know you will all be in our prayers.