Ruth Mary McIlroy, 82 of Bethlehem Twp., PA died Friday, August 16, 2019 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born September 7, 1936 in Williams Twp., PA she was a daughter of the late Mable (Flyte) and George Yob. She and her husband Earle R. McIlroy would have been married 64 years on Tuesday. A 1955 graduate of Easton High School, she was employed by Easton Hospital at their school of nursing and medical records for many years before retiring in 1998. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Wilson and past president of their women’s group. Ruth was also a Past Worthy Matron of William Parsons Chapter #185, Order of the Eastern Star.
She is survived by her husband Earle; 3 daughters: Deborah Glovas (husband Joseph), Ruthann “Annie” Fretz (husband Joseph) all of Williams Twp., Virginia Altemose (husband Jeff) of Stroudsburg, PA; 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A brother Kenneth Yob and sister Helen Fogel died earlier.
Services are 10:30 AM Wednesday (August 21) in Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2115 Washington Boulevard, Easton. A visitation will be held from 6 to 7:30 PM Tuesday in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with an O.E.S. service at 7:30 PM. Interment is in Northampton Memorial Shrine.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Ste. 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Brenda Rodriguez
August 16, 2019 at 8:30 pm
Dear Debbie, Ruthann and Ginny,
Aunt Ruth was such a big part of my growing up. Loved the Christmas Day visits every year and the cookouts in our backyard each summer. I will miss her dearly. Time did not allow us to visit as much as we would have liked to but she was never far from my heart. I know it is hard right now. Almost seems impossible to get through, but the time will come when the loving memories that fill your heart will come alive and she will continue to live in your laughter as you recall those sweet times. I know because I have been there. I can remember your Mom and my Dad sitting at our kitchen table recalling the times of their childhood ,laughing as they told stories about their mother. So, yes, the time will come but until then my sympathies and love you all.
Barry and Barbara Yob
August 17, 2019 at 6:26 am
Uncle Earle and Family,
We are so sad and will miss Aunt Ruth so much.
Over the years we enjoyed the family reunions and other events where we could spend time with her.
You are all in our ptrayers.
Love,
Barry, Barbara, and Family
Margaret
August 17, 2019 at 9:43 am
Virginia and family I am so sorry for your loss. You were there for me and now I am here for you.
Bette Seveney
August 18, 2019 at 8:23 am
Dear Earle and family. I am very saddened to hear of Ruth’s passing. She was such a lovely lady. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all, especially her friends at Good Shepherd. Please accept my deepest sympathy and may God be with you through this difficult time. Take care and God bless.
Love,
Bette
Sandra Stutzman
August 19, 2019 at 10:31 am
Earle, Debbie and Family – I am saddened by Ruth’s passing – Heaven has another Angel. I’ve known Ruth from School, Rainbow and Eastern Star. We served many years together. She will be sorely missed by all of us. You are in my prayers. God Bless.
Sandie
Linda Massey
August 19, 2019 at 7:52 pm
Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss. Sincerely Linda and Charles Massey
donna and fred
August 20, 2019 at 12:45 pm
We will miss you Ruth, but know that you are no longer short of breath, or in pain. We loved you always and love you still. Your absence will leave a void in our lives, but we know that we will be reunited by our Heavenly Father some day.
Love, Doc and Donna
Robin & Greg Milford
August 20, 2019 at 3:14 pm
Virginia our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. She is always in your heart.
Thinking of you
Greg & Robin
Diandra Brunstetter
August 24, 2019 at 10:36 pm
Dearest loved ones,
I’ll always remember Aunt Ruth as such a sweet soul. She cared so very much for others and I will miss her very much. I’m so very sorry I was unable to attend the services but you were no less in my heart and thoughts. Praying for you all during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Deborah (Raub) James
August 25, 2019 at 9:15 am
Debbie,
I’m so sorry for your loss! It was good seeing you a few weeks ago. Take care of yourself.
Sincerely Deborah