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Ruth E. Roberts

Passed 2/17/2012

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Obituary For Ruth E. Roberts

Ruth E. Roberts, 84, of Wintersville, OH died Friday, February 17, 2012 at D & D Quality Care, Weirton, WV.  She was born in Steubenville on April 27, 1927 a daughter of the late Frank and Georgia Moran VanKirk.  Ruth was a member of Finley United Methodist Church and had worked the Republican Election Polls for many years.  Preceded in death by her husband John Henry Roberts, Jr.; brother Frank “Hank” VanKirk; sisters Blanche Clapham and Anna Keifer.  Ruth is survived by her sons Dan (Frankie) Roberts of Fayetteville, NC and Roger (Lori) Roberts of Wintersville, OH; her daughters Joy Lapoczka of Rayland, OH and Jo-Ann (Dave) Gibson of Mingo Junction, OH; two brothers William "Wolf" VanKirk of Steubenville, OH and Jim VanKirk of Wintersville, OH; 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Sunday 3-7p.m., where funeral services will be held Monday 11:30a.m. with Rev. Delbert Lash officiating.  Burial at Fort Steuben Burial Estates.  Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Mike and Lin Madigan

    Joy, Danny, Jo Ann and Roger, so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. We were unable to attend but want to send our sympathies to you all. Love, Mike and Lin

  • 09/03/2024

    Shirley and Richard Morgan

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss.Your father and mother were the best neighbors anyone could hve asked for.Our thoughts are with all of you. She lived a beautiful and spiritual life. Shirley and Richard.

  • 09/03/2024

    Kathy Frey

    Roger, Lori & Family We all send our deepest sympathy. She was very nice to us & always had a smile & hello. She's in no more pain. Peace & Prayers are with you all Kathy, Jim, & Dad

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