Ruth M. Hanshaw Obituary
The memory of Ruth M. Hanshaw of Atchison, Kansas, who passed away on September 28, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth M. Hanshaw to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Ruth is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Ruth's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Rufus Cowger and Mabel Cowger (Pace). She is survived by: her brother Eugene (Carol) of Columbus, MT; her son Les Hanshaw of Atchison, KS; her nieces, Brenda Sigfried of Columbus, MT and Wendy Garofalo of The Woodlands, TX; and her nephew Rich Cowger of Columbus, MT. She is also survived by three great-nieces, one great-nephew, and two great-great nieces.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Marks Lutheran Church, and may be sent in care to the funeral home.
