Lehman Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Sunday, July 20, 1930
Reflections for Chief of Police John Tobia Ruth
This broke my heart when I saw this reflection. Chief Ruth is my great grandfather.
As a child I spent many summers at Harvey's Lake, Pennsylvania and grew up hearing the stories of sadness and pain from my grandmother, Leonore, who lost her father at such a young age. She remained in her childhood home until her 80s. This was the home where she was raised by her father, Chief Ruth, and her mother along with her older sister, Luella.
I look at my great grandfather's photo and I see my grandmother's, my father's and my own piercing grey blue eyes. Those eyes have seen a lot and those eyes have fought for those who cannot fight for themselves. Finally, those blue eyes will always move forward with the highest integrity, compassion and commitment to justice.
With the deepest love and admiration for my beloved great grandfather and for all of those who have fallen and have left behind their loved ones. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your sacrifice and your service.
Carri-Ann M. Gibson, MD
Great Granddaughter
September 4, 2025
Rest in peace Chief of Police Ruth.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 14, 2021
Thank you for service and please know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 20, 2020
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
January 13, 2013
Your are remembered R.I.P. Chief
Chief Brian C Lehman
Dublin Borough Police Department
May 1, 2008
How strange it was to see my area as having a fatality in the police department. How sad it is to read about you? The officers that watch over us are good men. You would be proud.
Gina Pocceschi Boyle
Sister of VA Beach Fallen Officer Rodney Pocceschi (EOW 6/23/03)
December 17, 2007
Chief, though not many reflections exist right now, rest assured that you are truly remembered for your sacrifice and always will be.
Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
July 20, 2007