Ruth E. Landis, 82, formerly of Dillsburg, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2011, at Chapel Pointe, Carlisle, PA.
She was born November 17, 1928, in Campbelltown, PA the daughter of the late Ethan and Esther (Books) Kreider.
Ruth was a registered nurse, having worked at Harrisburg Hospital, Messiah Village, and Messiah College. She was a member of Grantham Brethren in Christ Church and was a former volunteer with New Hope Ministries.
Ruth is survived by her husband, Howard L. Landis; two sons, Brian K. Landis of Enola and Eric T. Landis of Mechanicsburg; one brother, Harold N. Kreider of Englewood; and one sister, Marian F. Hock of Carlisle. She also leaves behind two grandsons, Zachary and Daulton. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Marlin, Ellis, and Ray Kreider.
Memorial services will be held Monday, January 17, 2011, 11:00 am in the chapel of Chapel Pointe at Carlisle, 770 S. Hanover St., Carlisle, PA 17013.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Grantham Brethren in Christ Church, P.O. Box 295, Grantham, PA 17023.
Harrisburg Patriot News - January 12, 2011