Obituary: Mrs. Ruth Khaw

Ruth Khaw, a resident of Middletown Township, passed away at Crozer-Chester Medical Center on February 21, 2023.  She was 73 years old. Ruth will be deeply missed by her family and friends everywhere.   

Ruth was born and raised in Yangon, Myanmar. She was a graduate of Rangoon Arts and Science University where she obtained a BS in Chemistry.  She was a lifelong learner and global citizen living in Taipei, L.A., Chicago and Portland.  She obtained her BS in Biology from Evergreen State College while working as a Lab Tech at Mason General Hospital in Shelton, WA. Ruth later moved to Georgia where she received an Associates Degree in Information Technology from Altamaha Technical College. She spent some time in Thiells and Brooklyn, NY before ultimately settling in Media, PA. 

She was actively involved in United Methodist churches throughout her life, culminating in 12 years as an indispensable partner to Bernie at Zoar United Methodist Church, Melton’s Chapel UMC, Millen UMC, and Thiells Garnerville UMC.  Ruth was a member of First United Methodist Church of Media. She played the piano and organ and was always engaged in church activities and helping those in need.  She was a member of P.E.O.  In her free time she enjoyed cooking, gardening and spending time with her family.  

Ruth is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Bernie Khaw; her children Bliss Khaw (Dan Washburn) of Media, PA and A.J. Khaw (Christina Joy) of Philadelphia; and two granddaughters.