Ruth Ellen Sova
Ruth Ellen Sova, age 89, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026.
Born December 26, 1936, to the late Paul and Minnie Green, Ruth was born and raised in Detroit. She graduated from Cooley High School in 1954 before attending Mercy School of Nursing, Mt. Carmel Unit, where she earned her Registered Nurse degree in 1957. Nursing was not just Ruth’s profession, but truly part of who she was. She spent her career caring for others at McPherson Hospital, where her patience, kindness, and calm nature made a lasting impression on so many people through the years.
Ruth met the love of her life, Gary Sova, at a party where the two shared a dance. That dance turned into a marriage that lasted 65 years. They were married on October 22, 1960, in Detroit and together built a beautiful life centered around faith, family, and love while raising five children.
Ruth found happiness in the things she loved most: sewing, swimming, watching tennis and figure skating, and cheering on the Detroit Tigers. One of her favorite memories was attending the last championship game won by the Detroit Lions on December 29, 1957, alongside her father — a moment she talked about and treasured throughout her life.
More than anything, Ruth loved being a mother and grandmother. Her family knew her as a patient, gentle person who rarely raised her voice or became angry. She had a quiet strength about her and made everyone around her feel cared for.
She is survived by her children, Doug (Lisa) Sova, Mark (Laurie) Sova, Matt (Sheila) Sova, Denise (John) Dragonov, and Brad (Amy) Sova; her grandchildren, Kristina Sova, Kevin (Christine) Sova, Renee (Kyle) Bowman, John (Sicilee) Dragonov, Jessica (Jake) Baibak, Jordan (Reed) Wilmot, Luke Sova, Brandie Sova, Mitchell Sova, Shaw Sova, Mason Sova, Emma Sova, and Cole Sova; step-grandchildren, Bruce (Rachel) Croft and Nichole Croft; six great-grandchildren, with two more on the way; and three step-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Carole Figures.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Gary Sova; and her brother-in-law, Derrick Figures.
A Mass of Resurrection will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at St. Agnes Catholic Church. 855 E Grand River Ave, Fowlerville, MI 48836. A visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will immediately follow at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Fowlerville, MI.
Memorial contributions may be made in Ruth’s name to All American Hospice.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family online at www.WatkinsFuneralHomes.com
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