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Ruth Sowers Obituary
Ruth M. Sowers, 73, formerly of
Shoemakersville, passed away on
Wednesday, September 19, 2018, in
Westminster Village at Allentown.
She was the wife of Charles L. Sowers, who died December 9, 1999.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Mildred (Keener) Schlappich. Ruth was a self-employed beautician. She was a member of the former Jaycee Wives and the Shoemakersville Park Committee. Ruth enjoyed traveling, cross stitch and crocheting.
Ruth is survived by her son, Harry L. Sowers, and his wife Susan, Fleetwood; granddaughter, Stacy Sowers; brother, Arthur Schlappich, and his wife, Elizabeth,
Shoemakersville; niece, Tammy Kohl, and her husband,
David; and nephew, Lee Schlappich, and his wife, Kim.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 24, 2018, from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport. Burial will follow in Birch Hill Cemetery, Perry Twp. A visitation with the family will be held on Monday in the funeral home, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Borough of Shoemakersville, Park or Pool programs, 115 E. 9th Street, Shoemakersville, PA 19555. Please indicate on check memo if it is for the park or pool. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Sowers
Sue Wilson
September 23, 2018
Harry, sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I knew her since about 1976. She was first my hairdresser and then became a good friend. We enjoyed several timeshare vacations with her. She will never be forgotten.
Bud Miller
September 21, 2018
So sorry to hear of Ruth's passing Harry. Feel like I knew her forever. Very fond memories
Linda (Haag) and Bob Fritz
September 21, 2018
I have known Ruth since the first grade. She always had a great sense of humor and was very kind. I haven't seen her in years, but I am sure those who are close to her will miss her tremendously. I would like to extend my condolences to the whole family.
Bob and Jackie Sowers
September 21, 2018
Harry and Family, Sorry to hear of Aunt Ruth's passing. We always had fun at family gatherings. She will be missed.
September 20, 2018
Extremely sorry for your loss. I knew Ruth from 1st grade on up. Thoughts and prayers for your family. Sherwood & Jeanne Galen, Limerick, Pa.
Kate Wagaman-Klomp
September 20, 2018
Snook, I am sorry to hear of your Moms passing! I have fond memories!
DOLORES & JOE GUZANOWSKI
September 20, 2018
SNOOK, we are so sorry to hear of your MOM'S PASSING. YOUR PARENTS WERE GOOD PEOPLE, they were there to make Chris HAPPY.
MAY your MOM REST IN PEACE
Crystal Koehn
September 20, 2018
Harry, sure miss my fun times with Mom when I was doing her hair. Now she is at peace. God bless
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