Leake, Ruth Mary's Obituary
Ruth "Cuca" Leake was born in National City, CA. She worked many years at Hub Cleaners before dedicating herself to serving the children of her community as an aide at Palmer Way School in National City. She truly enjoyed working with and caring for the many children whose lives she touched.
Ruth is survived by her loving daughters Christine, Geraldine (David), Elisa, Michelle, and her younger sister, Margaret. She leaves behind a large and loving family, including 16 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren (soon to be 32), and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ignacio and Antonia Villalobos, five sisters, three brothers, her beloved son Robert "Bobby" Hinzo, and her spouses, Tomas Tolentino and Donald Leake.
Ruth will be remembered for her devotion to family, her kind heart, and the love she shared with everyone around her. Her warmth, strength, and gentle spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Services: Viewing Rosary Wednesday, July 01, 2026, 4 - 7pm
Salli Lynn Chapel, Greenwood Mortuary
4300 Imperial Ave, San Diego
Funeral Mass: Thursday, July 02, 2026, 10am Anthony Church, 410 W 18th St, National City
Celebration of Life: Immediately following, American Legion.
475th Avenue, Chula Vista
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