SALEM — Patrick Ruschmeyer, 20, of Salem, Ky., passed away at home Friday, November 2, 2012.

He is survived by his parents, Fred and Shari Ruschmeyer of Salem; one brother, Jared Franklin of Salem; one sister, Megan Ruschmeyer of Pekin, Ill.; a grandmother, Mel B. Porter of Salem; and several aunts and uncles.

A private memorial service will be held at Pinckneyville Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to American Cancer Society; or the Humane Society of the US.