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Ruth Ann Shaffer, 89

February 12, 1933 - March 02, 2022

Ruth Ann Shaffer, 89, of Neffsville, passed away at Ephrata Community Hospital on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. She was born in Pequea Township to the late James Edwin and Josephine (Singleton) Booth. Ruth shared 47 years of marriage with her husband Russell C. Shaffer before his passing in 2000.

Ruth worked at RCA for 19 years before going back to school to complete her GED, and then graduate from Millersville State College at age 36. She worked as a graphic arts teacher for Harrisburg School District until retiring at age 55. She took care of Russell until his death in 2000, and then was a substitute teacher for IU-13.

She was an active member of Long Memorial United Methodist Church, was involved in Neffsville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, and a volunteer at the Boettcher House. Ruth enjoyed swimming at Lititz REC, walking at Park City and Longs Park, as well as bowling at the former Lancaster Lanes. She was an avid photographer with her own dark room, and she enjoyed painting, drawing and doing commercial artwork.

Ruth is survived by her two sons, Russell A. Shaffer of Brownstown, and Joseph J. Shaffer, Sr. of Brownstown; 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great great-grandchildren; as well as her sisters, Marie Price, wife of Aldus of Atglen, and Jane Wiggins of Chestertown, MD. In addition to her parents and husband, Ruth was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Louise Walton in 2015, and her 6 siblings.

A viewing will take place from 10 to 11 AM, followed by funeral at 11 AM, on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment in Conestoga Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to VisionCorps, 244 N. Queen Street, Suite 301, Lancaster, PA 17603 https://visioncorps.net/

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March 10, 2022

Nan I can’t seem to find enough adjectives to describe how wonerful you were. I have never met anyone else as caring, loving, friendly, generous, selfless, compassionate, always willing to give your time to everyone, helpful, took interest in what everyone else enjoyed in life, your dedication to teach anyone anything they were willing to learn, everyone was family to you even if they weren’t blood, & most important attribute that stands out to me is stepping up to help raise me when you didn’t have to. For that you will ALWAYS BE MY “MOM” The love I have for you knows no bounds. I miss you terribly already. God apparently needed his angel to be called home which is something we all can take solice in knowing you will be looking down on us & smiling as we honor you & all the loving memories we’ve shared. Every time I hear thunder I’ll be thinking you’re up there bowling. Give Pap & mom hugs & kisses for me.

March 08, 2022

Russ and family – Please be assured the entire class of MTHS 1972 expresses sorrow and empathy at the passing of your dear Mother Ruth, but joyous for her new life with Jesus, Our Lord and Savior.
Bill Glessner Manheim Township High School Class of 1972

March 07, 2022

I’m so sorry for your loss joe and russ. It is a sad day to lose such a wonderful mother to you two boys. These past years have been very hard with losing your father and then your sister and now your sweet mom. So my condolences to your families for losing the matriarch of the family. 🙏🙏🙏🙏😥😥😥😥💔💔💔💔

March 06, 2022

Aunt Ruth, I am glad you can be back with Uncle Russell and Diane, and know my mom is happy to be reunited with you, too. I will remember you most for your generous nature and your love of family. 💜 You influenced my life in so many ways and my gratefulness for you is more than you probably knew. I love you so. ~charity

March 06, 2022

I’m so sorry to hear about Ruth. My mother, Maryjane Wiggins and I were going up to the nursing home to visit her March 4. But Linda called my mom to let her know that Ruth passed away. My prayers are with your family.

March 05, 2022

My Aunt Ruth Was An Amazing Woman. She Loved Everyone. I Dont Think She Met A Stranger. When I Was A child, Her And My Uncle Russell would send us Christmas and Birthday Gifts To Us. I Will Miss Her Dearly. I Love You Aunt Ruth. Tell Uncle Russell I Said Hello And The Rest Of The Family that’s In Heaven. Love, TINA PULLIAN

March 05, 2022

So sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Visitation: Tuesday, March 08, 2022; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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Services: Tuesday, March 08, 2022; 11:00 AM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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