Ruth A. Schell's Obituary
Ruth A. Schell, 101, of Alliance, passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 6:00 am at Alliance Community Care Center.
Born on June 5, 1915 in Alliance, to Sidney and Erma (Burden) Hartenstein, she lived in Alliance all of her life.
Ruth attended Alliance High School and was employed at Alliance City Schools for many years in Food Services.
She was a member of Christian & Missionary Alliance Church and a member of American Legion, Post 166, Ladies Auxiliary.
Ruth loved shopping and eating out with friends and family.
Survivors include her daughter, Judy Sinkovich of Alliance; two brothers, Dan Hartenstein of Alliance and Norman Hartenstein of Sebring; two grandsons, Mike (Shirley) Sinkovich and Greg Sinkovich; four great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents; two brothers, Donald and William; and her sister, Mabel Jackson.
Per her wishes, there will be no calling hours and a private service will be held. Burial will immediately follow at Alliance City Cemetery.
You are invited to view Ruth's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.
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