April 03, 2020

Such a wonderful tribute.  My deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time.
Jon Pogue

March 29, 2020

Reid and Whit (and the rest of the family), I only met Ruth a few times, but from knowing you both and our conversations over the years, I can tell what special woman she was. Reid, you were blessed to share her life for 41 years but I am sure it seems not long enough. And Whit, she gave you and your sisters what seems to be the best guidance and love, now extending to her grandchildren. I am truly sorry she left you all so young. you have my deepest sympathy. 
Carolyn French

March 28, 2020

Dear Reid and family,  My name is Elaine Good and in the 1980s Ruth and I were friends working together in Lititz La Leche League. She was a great hostess for many events related to that group and we also were both farmer’s wives living in old farmhouses. I loved her and share in your grief. Please accept my condolences. 
Elaine Good

March 27, 2020

Reid & family 
Christie & I want to Express our deepest sympathy for the loss of Ruth. We always enjoyed your company at Hempfield. I know Rebecca and Nicole still stay in contact. 
Rick & Christie Burkhart

March 26, 2020

Reid, I heard from my partner at work that Ruth was ill.  We will miss seeing her walking in the neighborhood, and stopping to say hi when I would see her and you out. My memory of her goes back before you were a couple and Youth For Christ.  Always warm and smiling.  I watched the video to get a sense of family.  Beautiful.  And this is such a strange time with the virus and social distancing, otherwise we would be at a service to say our condolences in person and give hugs.  Consider this a heartfelt hug to you and your family.
Don Thomas

March 26, 2020

 
Rest in Peace my dear sister-in-law, we will miss you and love you..Sharon

March 25, 2020

Reid and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and our hearts go out to you during this time. Ruth was truly a special person; she always had a smile to share. Her family was so important to her and her love for you came through always. She leaves us with such fond memories of her laughter, energy, and enthusiasm. Her love and kindness will live on through you all. ❤️ 💕 
Love,
Jen, Mike, Ben, Ally, and Tim DeMarco

March 25, 2020

Reid and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.  Ruth was such a wonderful loving wife, mother and grandmother.  We are all blessed to have known her.  The video is absolutely fabulous as it shows the love that is shared by your whole family.  Hope you can find comfort knowing she loved each of you with all her heart.  She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Love,
Claudia, Mark, Derek and Austin

March 25, 2020

Dear Reid,
I just wanted to express my sincere condolences to you and your family on the untimely passing of your wife. It must be especially hard with this pandemic occuring at the same time but hopefully, each day will get a little brighter for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With much sympathy,
Rich Wolman

March 25, 2020

Becca, Amanda & Sara,
We were shocked and so saddened to learn of your mother’s passing. Our hearts are aching for all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May your faith guide you and comfort you in your sadness.
Denny & Ann Furlow

March 24, 2020

We are so sad for the loss you feel and the sorrow that comes with it. Praying for the whole family in the days ahead. Ruthie had a great sense of humor and couldn’t have loved her family more. Her legacy will last for generations. As she rejoices in heaven, she will be missed greatly here. Randy and Linda

March 23, 2020

Michele and Family,
Pat and I are so saddened to hear of your great loss! Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and the Family at this difficult time. She was a Beautiful woman!
Wendy Feaser-Ryan

March 23, 2020

Dear Reid and family, I am so sorry for your loss.  Ruth was so beautiful inside and out. This video is a beautiful tribute to her. Thanks for sharing.  May God comfort you all at this time.   With our sincere sympathy, Jamie and Deb Ream

March 23, 2020

Beautiful lady, priceless tribute.  Peace & prayers,  Jim & Gail Carson

March 23, 2020

Dear Reid and family:
So sorry you lost the “rock” of such a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing such a stirring tribute to Ruth and all of you.  With God’s help we know you will continue to honor her.
Ruth was the foundation and guiding light that love and caring that the whole world should emulate.
Peace be with you.
With deepest sympathy
Ron and Dee Smith

March 23, 2020

Larry and I are so sorry for your loss.  The video was beautiful and truly represented her life –  family!  
Judy and Larry Garber

March 23, 2020

Dear Reid and Family – Sending our loving thoughts and heartfelt sympathy, to you all!!  Can only imagine, the great loss, you are experiencing.  Ruthie was a beautiful lady, so friendly, a loving wife, Mother and Grandma.  She left a wonderful example, to her family. She will be greatly missed, by all who knew her.  Sincerely, Evelyn Hess & Family      PS  The video was a Beautiful, moving story of her life and I was so blessed to see it!

March 23, 2020

I’m so sorry for your loss. Ruth’s memory and spirit will live on through her children and grandchildren. You are all so lucky to have had her as  a mother and friend. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
to her daughters : may you find peace and joy in your wonderful & happy memories of your mother. 
Sincerely, Cheri Gard 

March 23, 2020

We give our deepest condolence and are very sorry for her passing!
Allen & Sherry Lebo

March 23, 2020

I got to know Ruth while she was a volunteer at UPMC in Lititz.
She was always a ray of sunshine while helping us there.
RIP sweet Ruth
Patti Swoboda

March 23, 2020

Remembering Ruth from my youth group days and growing up with her at Manor BIC. What a fun girl and good friend she was! I always appreciated her and am glad for the positive influence she brought to all of our lives. We are so very sorry for your loss. Barb and Gary Keller 

March 22, 2020

Aunt Ruth had an open door policy. She’d always welcome guests with open arms, and warm coffee. I’ll miss the visits, but cherish the memories and advice given from such a remarkable woman.
 
Carley Buckwalter

March 22, 2020

Breaks my heart to read this.  Rebecca and family,  please know we are thinking about your entire family.   We are praying for all of you♡.
Kim Zander

March 22, 2020

Amanda,
What a beautiful memorial video. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Her faith stretched wide and far, so much that she touched lives of people that she didn’t even know through her faith. What a very special woman. I continue to pray for your entire family. 
Roseanne Myers

March 22, 2020

We are so saddened and shocked to hear of Ruth’s passing.  She was such a beautiful person inside and out. We feel blessed to have known such a wonderful soul.Our prayers and thoughts go out to all of the Buckwalter family.
Much love, 
Skip,Lois,Katelyn,and Meghan Roderick

March 22, 2020

Dear Reid and family. We are so sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. Fannie just saw Ruth at Farm women in January. Know that we are asking God to give you His peace and comfort during this very difficult time.—  Dan & Fannie Jerchau

March 22, 2020

With a heavy heart and deep sadness we express our sympathy to Reid and his dear family.
Ruth was a beautiful lady full of grace and Love. She was a loving wife,daughter,mother and grandmother. A devout Christian,she taught her family well. She will be sorely missed.
Aunt Marian and Uncle Larry

March 22, 2020

With deepest Sympathies to the whole family. Ruth will be greatly missed. Thoughts, Prayers and much love. 
Dave & Leslie Buckwalter

March 22, 2020

This is such a shock to me. Although we hadn’t been in touch since I moved out of state I did find myself think ing about Ruth on many occasions – in fact just in this past week I had thought of her and how we had shared clothes and sleepovers. We were neighbors and more than that, we were best friends for so many years through school. I last saw her at a class reunion. She was so happy and looked so full of life – happily married and happy to be a mom and happy to being living a farm life. And I was so happy for her. It was what she had always wanted. I know she will be missed by family and friends and even those of us who were so far away, but still have wonderful memories of times shared together. Taken too soon, but gave so much in the time she had here. Peace.
jo

March 22, 2020

I am very sorry to hear this. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers.  I always enjoyed helping on the farm during tobacco season.
Mervin Gerhart

March 22, 2020

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. … You believe in God; believe also in me.
My sincere sympathy for your loss.
Peggy Buckwalter Deihm

March 22, 2020

Ruth rest in peace , the world was a better place with you now heaven will be !
Jeff A Kauffman

March 22, 2020

We are so sorry for your family’s loss  Stay Strong and remember
family is most important at this time God Bless
Craig Martin

March 22, 2020

Reid & family, we are so sorry to read about Ruthie’s passing. She was a beautiful, stylish, sweet person. Over the years we would stop and chat at church about our children and/or g-children. She will be rejoicing up with her heavenly father along with others who have gone before us. You will all be in our prayers as you adjust to life without her. Love, Betty (& Mike) Yoder.

March 22, 2020

Ried and family,  our thoughts and prayers reach out to you all in this time of sorrow and the coming days.  May you find comfort in knowing that Ruth’s journey will never be forgotten, peace in knowing she is in the loving hands God.  We have very fond memories of her, especially the kindness that she gave to Dick’s father when he wished to be “at the home place” one more time.  Be touched with the prayers and thoughts of so many!  With our sincere sympathy,  Dick and Marty

March 22, 2020

Ried and family,  our thoughts and prayers reach out to you all in this time of sorrow and the coming days.  My you find comfort in knowing that Ruth’s journey will never be forgotten, peace in knowing she is in the loving hands God.  We have very fond memories of her, especially the kindness that she gave to Dick’s father when he wished to be “at the home place” one more time.  Be touched with the paryers and thoughts of so many!  With our sincere sympathy,  Dick and Marty

March 22, 2020

Our hearts ache for Ruth’s precious family….We are so sorry for your loss…..she was the very best a person can be
love 
Kelly and Neil McCauley
 

March 22, 2020

The first time I met Ruth, I got a feeling I’m meeting a kind and loving person. Ruth will definitely be missed by all who came in contact with her… I’m sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayer go out to her family….
Robert T Snavely

March 22, 2020

Reid and Whit, so sorry to learn of Ruth’s passing. I’ve known your family for many years, beginning with Jim and Lucille from whom we purchased our building lot in 1985. Please accept my deepest condolences to both of you and your family at this very difficult time.
David Weiss

March 22, 2020

We are saddened by your loss. May God give you peace.
Gary and Doris Glick

March 22, 2020

Dear Ried and family,
We would like to extend our sincerest condolences for the passing of Ruth. I remember that gracious, gentle smile. May you feel wrapped in God’s arms as you grieve. Sincerely,
David and Dena Ament

March 22, 2020

My prayers are with your family . I met Ruth through my dear friend LuAnne Evans , she was a pillar of faith ! We will see her again , may the Lord be your comfort and strength        
Blessings Lynel Gaunt

March 22, 2020

Dear Buckwalter Family, 
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Ruth was so sweet and loving and has passed that along to each member of your family. Love to you all.
Sincerely,
Sarah