September 20, 1913 - June 7, 2006

Sister Ruth Schroeder, PHJC passed away on June 7, 2006 at the Catherine Kasper Home, Donaldson, Indiana. She was born Anna Schroeder to John Francis and Emily Ann Schroeder on September 20, 1913. She entered the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ community and took her first vows on June 25, 1931. Sister Ruth was celebrating her 75th jubilee this year.

Sister Ruth loved children and taught for over forty years. Along with teaching, she was also the organist at several ministries. She retired to the Catherine Kasper Home in 1993.

May she rest in peace!

Memorial contributions may be made to the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ, PO Box 1, Donaldson, IN 46513.