Ruth E. Drehfal

Ruth E. Drehfal (nee Clemens), 92, of Manitowoc, formerly of Mequon died peacefully on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

She was born on December 10, 1932, to the late Walter and Ethel (nee Rowe) Clemens in Milwaukee, WI. She was united in marriage to the late James Drehfal for 68 years and together they raised six children. Ruth was a lifelong member of the LWML and devoted member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church - Freistadt. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and being known as a Bingo savant. She loved to share stories of the many travels with James after his retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and grandchildren and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Those Ruth leaves behind to cherish her memory include her five children, Michael (Pam) Drehfal, Joni Thompto, Thomas (Marjorie) Drehfal, Jill (Edward) Klotz, and Julie (Gary) Bump; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Owen Walker; a brother, John Clemens and sister, Lois Duffy; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James Drehfal; her daughter, Jane Walker; and son-in-law, Harry Thompto.

VISITATION: The family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, 10729 W. Freistadt Rd., Mequon.

SERVICE: A memorial service will be at the church at 2:00 p.m. with burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ruth’s name to Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church are appreciated by the family.