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Obituary for Ruth M. Sowers (Schlappich)
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Ruth M. Sowers, 73 formerly of Shoemakersville, passed away on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 in Westminster Village at Allentown. She was the wife of Charles L. Sowers, who died December 9, 1999.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Mildred (Keener) Schlappich. Ruth was a self-employed beautician. She was a member of the former Jaycee Wives; and the Shoemakersville Park Committee. Ruth enjoyed traveling, cross stitch, and crocheting.
Ruth is survived by her son: Harry L. Sowers, and his wife Susan, Fleetwood; granddaughter: Stacy Sowers; brother: Arthur Schlappich, and his wife Elizabeth, Shoemakersville; niece: Tammy Kohl, and her husband David; and nephew: Lee Schlappich, and his wife Kim.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 24, 2018 from Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport. Burial will follow in Birch Hill Cemetery, Perry Twp. A visitation with the family will be held on Monday in the funeral home 10:00 to 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Borough of Shoemakersville, Park or Pool programs, 115 E. 9th Street, Shoemakersville, PA 19555. Please indicate on check memo if it is for the park or pool. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Mildred (Keener) Schlappich. Ruth was a self-employed beautician. She was a member of the former Jaycee Wives; and the Shoemakersville Park Committee. Ruth enjoyed traveling, cross stitch, and crocheting.
Ruth is survived by her son: Harry L. Sowers, and his wife Susan, Fleetwood; granddaughter: Stacy Sowers; brother: Arthur Schlappich, and his wife Elizabeth, Shoemakersville; niece: Tammy Kohl, and her husband David; and nephew: Lee Schlappich, and his wife Kim.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 24, 2018 from Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport. Burial will follow in Birch Hill Cemetery, Perry Twp. A visitation with the family will be held on Monday in the funeral home 10:00 to 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Borough of Shoemakersville, Park or Pool programs, 115 E. 9th Street, Shoemakersville, PA 19555. Please indicate on check memo if it is for the park or pool. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
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First Visitation
When
Monday, September 24th, 2018 10:00am - 11:00am
Location
Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc.*
Address
223 Peach Street Leesport, PA 19533
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Service Information
When
Monday, September 24th, 2018 11:00am
Location
Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc.*
Address
223 Peach Street Leesport, PA 19533
Interment Information
When
Monday, September 24th, 2018
Location
Birch Hill Cemetery
Address
Birch Hill Road Shoemakersville, PA 19555
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