Ruth B. Sheaffer Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ruth B. Sheaffer (Leola, Pennsylvania) on October 26, 2026. Ruth was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Abram Burkhart and Mary Ann Martin Burkhart; her husband Paul D. Sheaffer; and her sons, Paul David Sheaffer Jr. and William A. Sheaffer.
She is survived by: her children, Douglas (Catherine Sheaffer) of Swansboro, NC, Cynthia (David Lee) of Creston, NC and Connie (Wilfred Gomez) of West Chester, PA; her sister Martha (late Stanley Schultz); and her daughters-in-law, Linda Sheaffer, Sandra Sheaffer and Lancaster. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 27th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Monterey Chapel (53 W Eby Rd, Leola, PA 17540).
Memorial Contributions welcomed to: Water Street Rescue, Lancaster & Joni & Friends in lieu of flowers.
