Ruth M. Wiepert

Ransomville, Ruth M. Wiepert, age 78, of Randall Rd., died Sunday, September 28, 2008 at her home under the loving care of her family and Niagara Hospice. Ruth was born March 9, 1930 in Welland, Ontario, Canada, the daughter of the late Russell and Agnes Kinnaird and has lived in Ransomville since 1955. On November 2, 1965 she married Louis R. Wiepert and together they operated their farm, “Red Oak Jersey Farm” where they raised Jersey cows. Ruth had also worked as a Nurses Aide at the Ransomville General Hospital for 15 years.Ruth loved her horses but mostly loved being with her family.She was predeceased by her husband, Louis on June 24, 1999. She is survived by her children, Cathy (Roy) Campbell McClelland of Ransomville, Tracie (Todd) Wiepert-Bolton and her son, Cody M. Bolton of Ransomville, Phil (Linda) Wiepert of Ransomville, Glenda (Ken) McArthur of the Town of Wilson, and Louis W. (Jane) Wiepert of Ransomville; two sisters, Gladys (Gerry) Masmeyer and Georgean Kinnaird both of Welland, Ontario; her dear friend and companion, Sue McDonald of Ransomville; and 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Rd., Ransomville on Tuesday September 30th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. Funeral services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wilson Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 609, 250 Young St., Wilson, NY 14172-0609 or to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Dr., Lockport, NY 14094.Visit www.legacy.com/niagara-gazette for on-line guest register.