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Ruth E. Kessler

Passed 3/28/2013

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Obituary For Ruth E. Kessler

Ruth E. Kessler, 94, living at Fort Steuben Hotel in Steubenville, Ohio, until she went to stay with her loving granddaughter Susan James and her family in Youngstown a year and half ago, died Thursday, March 28, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown, Ohio.  She was born December 20, 1918 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Lawrence and Nellie Brown McDonald.  Ruth was an active member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church where she faithfully served with adoration until the age of 91.  She was an active member of a bowling league at American Lanes and enjoyed playing cards and attending card parties at different churches.  She worked in the tin mill at Weirton Steel.  Last year she celebrated a surprise birthday party at Fort Steuben with family and friends.  Preceding Ruth in death were her husband William M. Kessler; four children Barbara (Bowman) McDonald, Thomas Davis, Raymond Davis and Bill Kessler; two step sons David and James Kessler; sister Erla (McDonald) Knowlton; stepdaughter Mona Gaumer; and two brothers Lawrence and Raymond McDonald.  Surviving are her grandchildren Susan (Terry) James, LuAnn O’Brien, Harry McDonald, Terry McDonald, Thomas Davis, Jr. and Michelle (Greg) Paulowski; seven great grandchildren; five great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews Michael (Pam) McDonald, Larry (Sandy) McDonald, Marti (Greg) Peden and Karen Joseph DiLoreti and nine great nieces and great nephews.  Friends may call at Shorac Funeral Home (formerly McClave Funeral Home), 611 N. Fourth Street, Steubenville on Tuesday 5 – 8 p.m.  Funeral liturgy with mass will be celebrated at St. Peter’s Catholic Church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Fr. Timothy Huffman as celebrant. Vigil Service 6 p.m. Tuesday.  Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Janel Sweeny

    "Grandma" Ruth was a great lady. I always enjoyed any time spent with her. May she rest in God's peace now. Janel Gaumer Sweeny (Mona and Willard Gaumer's daughter)

  • 09/03/2024

    Lisa Dawson-Knight

    With respects from my girls and I including the entire Dawson Family we sent our deepest regrets. Grandma was an amazing woman and I loved every moment I got to spend with her. Rest in peace Grandma, Heaven is the perfect place for you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Mary Mosti

    I am so sorry for your familys loss. I never bowled with Ruth but I took her spot on M&Ms team at All American Lanes. She would come visit her team on occasion and was always so pleasant. From the first day I met her, she treated me like she knew me forever. I really liked and respected her a lot.

  • 09/03/2024

    Toni Gaumer Glanton

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. I saw Grandma Ruth at Mom's funeral in 2010 and could not believe how good she looked. She was a very special lady and all who have known her or whose life she has touched will sadly miss her. With love and sympathy,Toni.

  • 09/03/2024

    Marilyn Ford

    My deepest sympany to Ruth Kesslers Family. I knew Ruth from St. Peter's Catholic Women's Club and Church. She was a very kind and very supportive of St. Peter's Women's Club. She love to play cards at the Womens Club Card Parties and enjoyed talking and visiting with everyone. May she rest in peace. Marilyn & Gary Ford

  • 09/03/2024

    Donna Sue Fraley

    What a dear sweet soul Ruth is. I had the pleasure of bowling on the same leagues and teams with her for many many years. There are nothing but sweet precious memories of Ruth, bowling, tournament trips, and more. May God comfort and strengthen you as you bid her goodbye to go to her new heavenly home. �

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