David Ruth, 21

David Michael Ruth, age 21, of Constantine, died on Thursday, January 2, 2025. He was born May 7, 2003 in Three Rivers, a son of Bethany Handshoe and Bryan Ruth. David attended Centreville Public Schools through the 8th grade, then graduated from Constantine High School in 2021. He worked as a painter at STP Painting of White Pigeon. David was a UFC fanatic and an avid Detroit Lions fan. He could tell you anything you’d need to know about it too. He had a sweet soul that lit up a room, and was a friend to everyone. David always wanted the best for everyone.

Surviving David are his mother Bethany (Jim Fry-Stepdad) Handshoe, Constantine; father Bryan Ruth, Union City; grandparents Jerry Handshoe, Howe, Melissa Shafer, Mottville; brother Anthony (Acacia Davis) Ruth, Lansing; beloved girlfriend Fatima Ghaffar, Goshen; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.  He was preceded in death by his grandmother Nancy Handshoe.

Relatives and friends will be received Monday, January 6, from 3 to 5PM, at Eley Funeral Home in Constantine. Funeral services will follow at 5:00 with Pastor Brenno Aquino officiating.  Cremation will take place after services.  Memorial contributions may be directed to Eley Funeral Home to help the family with expenses. Visit David’s memorial page to leave a message for his family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.