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Ruth Evelyn Haringa
1945 - 2017
Ruth Evelyn Haringa
1945 - 2017
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BORN
1945
DIED
2017
Ruth Haringa Obituary
her twin sister, Rose. She was one of nine children born to Everett and Peach Ligtenberg.
This was a blended family but, there were no differences. She enjoyed growing up in the
country and living the farm life in Chino, CA.
Ruth graduated from Ontario Christian High School in 1963. She had a passion for being
a hair-dresser which lead her to graduate from cosmetology school. She married Rudy
Haringa in 1970. She continued doing hair for family and friends even after retiring to
raise a family. Ruth also loved planting flowers, spending time with family, books, crafts,
going for rides, hymns around the piano, baking with her children and grandchildren, the
beach, the mountains, and was known for her kindness, generosity, chicken and broccoli
casserole and love of country.
She loved Jesus and when her kids and grandchildren were little she would play Sunday
school songs and sing with them. Before her illness, she was involved in many church
activities; bible studies, vacation bible school, World Home Bible League, and helping
out wherever needed.
Ruth entered peacefully into eternal life on October 10 after a long courageous battle with
cancer.
She will be missed greatly by her children, Heidi (Steve) Laidlaw, Edward (Lenora)
Haringa, Rudy U. Haringa Jr., Jodi Haringa; her grand-blessings Lauryn, Collin, Ashlyn,
Connor, Cody, Jacob and Carson.
She is survived by her siblings Mary (Ron-in glory) Burbaker, Victor (Nancy)
Ligtenberg, Roger (Joanne) Ligenberg, Rose Schripsema, Everett (Sue) Ligtenberg, Jane
De Jong, and Pearl (David) Burns, sister in law Wietske Ligtenberg and many nieces,
nephews, cousins and dear friends.
She looked forward to and now joins in glory her parents, Everett and Peach Ligtenberg,
younger brother John along with numerous other friends and relatives.
A celebration of life will take place at CrossPoint Church in Chino on October 21, 2017
at 11 :00 am.
In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to :
Susan G. Komen Foundation
Dept. 41831
PO Box 650309
Dallas, TX 75265
or
Salem Christian Homes
6921 Edison Ave. Ste. A
Chino, CA 91710
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Lisa Schripsema
October 21, 2017
I was saddened to hear of Ruth's passing. I spent many joyous occasions with her, Rose, many aunts, uncles and cousins as well as Grandma and Grandpa Ligtenberg. I have missed them all over the years. I know how much her family meant to her and I hope they are finding comfort knowing she is with the Lord.
Lisa and Tyler Schripsema
Mike and Sandy deBoom
October 14, 2017
Our sincere condolences to Ruth's family in recognition of her home-going. We have many fond memories of Ruth growing up together in Chino. She was always such a kind and loving person with laughter in her voice and O how she loved Jesus! May our Lord grant the family His comfort and peace in the realization that she now rests safely in the arms of our Savior.
RICK JASPER
October 14, 2017
I remember the many parent-teacher conferences we had together where (many times through tears) she shared her love, care, and deep devotion for her kids. She so wanted you all to know her Jesus. And now, what a blessing to know I've had the joy of teaching the next generation! God is GOOD, and your mom/grandmother is now experiencing Him in all of His fullness. May you find peace and experience much grace in your time of loss.
Ed Haringa
October 13, 2017
"She was the lovely, beautiful, wise woman she was because early in her life she chose Christ as her center, her home, her purpose, her example, and her vision, and we can all make that choice today". -Ruth Graham of her mother, Ruth Bell Graham
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