Ruth R. Hess's obituary , Passed away on March 22, 2026 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Ruth R. Hess

November 27, 1936 - March 22, 2026 (89 years old)

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Ruth R. Hess's obituary , Passed away on March 22, 2026 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

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Monahan Funeral Home

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Ruth R. Hess

November 27, 1936 - March 22, 2026 (89 years old)

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

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We are sad to announce that, on March 22, 2026, at the age of 89, Ruth R. Hess of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth R. Hess to pay them a last tribute.

Though Ruth has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilbert R. Trump and Sara A. Trump (Zepp); her spouse Thomas M. Hess, Sr.; her daughter Rebecca Wilson; her grandson Brian Wilson; and her brother Dale Trump.

She is survived by: her children, Thomas M. Hess, Jr. of York, PA, Kathy Clark of Thomasville, PA, John Hess of Collegeville, PA, Nancy Cullison of Gettysburg, PA and Sandy Beats of Hanover, PA. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 18, great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Monahan Funeral Home



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Monahan Funeral Home
125 Carlisle St, Gettysburg, PA 17325

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Mar 28

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125 Carlisle St, Gettysburg, PA 17325

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