Marie Ann (Eck) Ruth, 79, of Emmaus, died Sept. 19, 2021, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. She was the wife of the late John E. Ruth. Born in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Anna (Korello) Eck.

She worked at the former Aldry Company in Emmaus.

She is survived by children, John (Darlene), of Freemansburg, Richard (Torie), of Allentown, Brenda Clouse, of Palmerton, Susan Kline (Jesse), of Allentown and Marie Boger (Ralph), of Emmaus; a brother, Michael Eck, of Limeport, a sister, Loraine Ritter, of Easton; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Contributions may be made to the Keller Funeral Home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, 18051 to help defray funeral expenses.

Services will be held 11 a.m. Sept. 23 at the Keller Funeral Home, 1018 Church St., Fogelsville. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m.