Ruth E. Harnish, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on January 16 ^th at Landis Homes following a lengthy illness. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Elizabeth Englert.

She was married over 47 years to the late David J. Harnish, who died in May 1998.

Ruth worked at the RCA Corp. for 23 years, until her retirement in 1988.

She was a devoted wife and mother, and especially loved being a grandmother. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she served on the Legion of Mary and the Altar Rosary Society. She was a 1949 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School.

She is survived by her son, David E. husband of Susan Harnish of Landisville; her daughter, Judith wife of Patrick Kiely of Lancaster; and by 5 granddaughters: Alison wife of Keith Moody, Erin Harnish, Maureen wife of Kevin Nolt, Carolyn Zellem and Collen Harnish. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Lorraine "Sis" Nelson and Margaret "Peggy" Fulginiti.

The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the staff of Landis Homes and Hospice of Lancaster County for their years of caring for our mother.

Friends will be received on Sunday at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA from 6-8PM, with a time of sharing at 730PM. Friends may call again on Monday at St Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St Joseph St., Lancaster, PA 17603 from 10-11AM, with the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11AM. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be sent in Ruth's memory to St. Joseph Catholic Church Restoration Fund, or toe Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.