Gertrude R. Katz passed away on October 5, 2015 in the King David Nursing Home. She was 98 years old. Gertrude was the daughter of Joseph and Emma Ralph. She was born on January 31, 1917 in Coatesville, Penn. A 1:30 p.m. graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2015 in the Beth David Cemetery.