Ruth Elizabeth Kallai

Ruth Elizabeth Kallai, 90, joined our Lord and Savior in Heaven on November 14, 2012. Born in Barberton, Ohio, Ruth lived in the Barberton area all of her life. She dedicated her life to raising her ten children and serving her husband of 44 years, George Kallai, whom preceded her in death October of 1984. Ruth is most known as the "Mother of the Mat." She never missed one of her sons or grandsons wrestling matches throughout the years, and you could always hear her shouting from the middle of the stands for her boys. Ruth's tenancity was not only with her boy's wrestling but, was also seen in her amazing cooking and baked goods. She put her heart and soul in each piece of pie and every piece of 'Gramma K's' famous chicken. Ruth loved spending time with family and friends, playing cards (especially War), and attending Mass every Sunday at St. Augustine Church, where you could hear her beautiful voice singing God's praise. Ruth graced our lives with her love, humor, and patience. From our arms to God's arms, our loss is heaven's gain. Ruth is preceded in death by husband; George Kallai, brother,Lucien Bonnain; sister, Josephine Wieczorek; sister, Esther Genet; brother, Joseph Bonnain; sons, Mike and Arthur; grandson, Mike Kallai Jr. She is survived by her son, George Kallai (Frances); daughter, Aline M. Folden (Larry); daughter, Esther Taylor (Larry); daughter, Marietta Kallai; son, Charlie Kallai (Jan); son, Chris Kallai (Debbi); son, Gus Kallai (Renea); daughter, Angel Stobaugh (Steve); daughter-in-law Jennifer Kallai; 31 grandchildren; 56 great grandchildren; numerous great-great grandchildren, and many treasured extended family and friends. A special thanks to all of our wonderful family and friends who have shown their love, support, and prayers for our mother. We also want to give a very special thank you to Baberton Citizens Hospital and Pleasant View for taking such excellent care of 'Mama Ruth'. Friends and family are invited to the Mass of Christian Burial which will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 17, 2012 , at ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 204-6th St. NW, Barberton. Fr. David Majikas and Deacon Robin Adair celebrants. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling hours will be from 4 until 8 p.m. Friday, November 16, at SILVA HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Ohio Youth Wrestling Association Scholarship Fund, 643 East Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310. This association was near and dear to Ruth's heart, and helps introduce young boys into the art of wrestling and sportsmanship.