Ruth C. Praetorius Obituary
In loving memory of Ruth C. Praetorius of Johnstown, New York, who departed this world on March 10, 2025 at the age of 99. Ruth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ruth leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Fikes and Dorothy Fikes (Hinkle). She is survived by: her husband Everett Praetorius; her children, Robert Praetorius (Linda), Susan Moore (Douglas) and Richard Praetorius (Sandra Tallon); and her grandchildren, Eric Praetorius, Chad Praetorius (Rachel), Justin Moore (Cheryl), Allyson Blume (Drew), Christopher Tallon (Jamie) and Patrick Tallon (Alicia).
