Ruth Evelyn Schaeffer (nee Keese) passed away on December 2, 2021. She was born on December 11, 1929, in Baltimore, to the late Grace (nee Wiley) and Dr. William Keese. She was the beloved wife, for 68 years, to Richard D. Schaeffer (deceased) and loving mother of Linda Ross, Janet Schaeffer and Richard Schaeffer (Maryanne); grandmother of Colin Ross (Maura), Nick (Ali) and Val Erze, Deanna and Jack Schaeffer.
Ruth enjoyed childhood summers spent in Maine which instilled a lifelong love of the east coast and lighthouses. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University where she was in the sisterhood of Alpha Gamma Delta. It was there she met her soul mate Dick and together they traveled extensively throughout the US and Europe. She was a long-time member of the Church of the Savior in Cleveland Heights, spent much time in charitable work while residing in Cleveland Heights and Mayfield Village. Her later years were enjoyed at Breckenridge Village where she gave her talents to many volunteer activities and left her mark on all.
Ruth endeared herself to everyone she met. Her smile and enthusiasm for life lives on with all who knew her.
Private family services will be held at Zoar Cemetery. The family suggests contributions can be made to the Hospice of Western Reserve https://p2p.onecause.com/donateonetime/donate