Obituaries
Ruth E. DeWald, 89
January 12, 2023
Ruth E. DeWald, 89, longtime resident of Lititz, went to fly with the angels on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Born in Lititz, she was the daughter of the late William and Ardell (Kissinger) DeWald.
Ruth graduated from Lititz High School in 1951.
She worked for Black & Decker, DeWalt and Boscov’s for many years.
Ruth was active in the USO for many years during war times.
She was a Gray Lady volunteer for many years for Red Cross at the Lancaster General Hospital.
Ruth loved cats, donated to many non-profit organizations, and was in a ladies bowling league.
She is survived by 13 nieces and 1 nephew.
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Condolences to the Family
December 01, 2024
My name is Robert Criswell III When I was a manager of Housewares at Boscov’s Department Store Ruth worked for me she was a wonderful woman kind beyond words and could be depended on without a doubt I got a Christmas card from her last year telling me how happy she was for me and so glad to see pictures of my two children I was working on this year’s Christmas Cards and went to check on Ruth’s address and found out she left all of us to be in a better place. I wish her sole Peace and Happiness she was and Outstanding Person. My Very Best to her Family.
All My Love Ruthie Rob
February 03, 2023
Hello, my name is Bonnie Wagner and I worked with ruthie at Black & Decker. I just wanted to give the family my condolences and she was a wonderful and kind lady and will be missed by many.
