Age 79, of Bethel Park, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020. Beloved wife of 54 years to Max Jackowski; loving mother of Joyce (Andrew) Falsetti and Stephen (Brooke) Jackowski; cherished Nana of Samantha, Lindsey, Nicolette, Stephen, Jr., Vinny, and Mia; beloved daughter of the late James and Carmella Aversa; loving sister of the late Marian, James, Jr., Nick, and her twin sister, Rita; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ruth enjoyed bowling, the Steelers, and trips to the casino and race tracks. Family and friends welcome Wednesday 3-7 p.m. FREYVOGEL-SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS (412-835-1860), 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park (opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Funeral Mass in St. Thomas More Church Thursday 10 a.m. Burial private to the family. www.slaterfuneral.com.