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HODOS – Ruth, 70, of Johnstown, passed away unexpectedly on August 3, 2026, at Conemaugh Memorial Hospital. Born February 18, 1956, in Johnstown, the daughter of Paul J. and Evangeline L. (Hanuschak) Hodos. Preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Mary Lou Hodos. Survived by her loving siblings, Paul J. Hodos married to Barbara (Fabina), Janet Bombatch married to Larry, and Robert Hodos married to Beverly (Snoby); nephews, Paul (Renee), David (Debra), Evan (Mei), and Jacob (Erin); nieces, Tonya (Mike) and Marlene (Crissie); and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Ruth loved traveling and going on bus trips to the Casino with her family. Ruth worked as a longtime nursing aide and took great pride in helping those in the community. Ruth was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, where a Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., Rev. Anthony F. Spilka, OFMConv. Committal will follow at Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Ruth to Saturday’s Kitchen Fund at https://cfalleghenies.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1416 or to St. Jude at www.stjude.org/
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