June 24, 1935 - September 26, 2024
Ruth Ann (Waggoner) Baggus, age 89, of Belleville, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.
Born in West Reading, PA on June 24, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Harold L. and Ruth (Bretz) Waggoner. On October 5, 1958, she married Donald E. Baggus, who preceded her in death on August 20, 2011. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Laura Baggus.
Ruth Ann is survived by her children: Darrell E. Baggus of Arvada, CO and Cheryl Jeschke and husband Eric of Lewisberry, PA; grandchildren: Donald E. Baggus II, Melissa R. Fatzinger and husband Koltin, Kiera Jeschke Shreiber and husband Scott, Dana Jeschke Duncan and husband Clayton and Evan Jeschke and fiancé Kate Krieger; great-grandchildren: Riley and Reagan Fatzinger; nieces and nephew: Barb Parke and husband Frank, Richard Baggus and wife Linda, Kim Baggus, and Carol Durland and dear friend Shana Yoder.
Ruth Ann was a graduate of the Harrisburg Institute of Medical Arts and held a degree in
Medical Assisting. She held various jobs over the years. Most notably, she was a remarkable
woman who balanced her role as a homemaker while assisting her husband with the
operations of the Baggus Funeral Home in Belleville for over 50 years.
Ruth Ann’s love for people and her knack for making friends easily were a treasured gift. She
was quick to offer a smile and was known for her cheerful laughter. She enjoyed going out to
eat, visiting with friends, putting puzzles together, antiquing, reading, and sending cards to
friends and family. She was a passionate animal lover and avid collector of teddy bears. Family gatherings with food, games and vibrant conversations were always a highlight for her. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband and family to Disney World, Colorado, Wildwood Crest, and Alaska. She was adored by her grandchildren. Her love was a guiding force in their lives, instilling values of kindness, generosity and the importance of cherishing each moment.
Ruth Ann was a member of the West Kishacoquillas Presbyterian Church in Belleville, where
she was a former member of the choir, Women’s Association, and assisted with the
community lunches hosted by the church. She was involved in numerous organizations
including the Belleville Civic Club, Belleville Reading Club, was a former ‘Reach to Recovery’
volunteer for the American Cancer Society.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 1, from 6 – 8 p.m. at the West
Kishacoquillas Presbyterian Church, 3820 West Main Street, Belleville, and again on
Wednesday, October 2, from 10 – 11 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the Machpelah Cemetery, located adjacent to the church, Belleville.
Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to: West Kish Presbyterian Church,
P.O. Box 98, Belleville, PA 17004; American Cancer Society at www.donate.cancer.org., or a
charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Henderson Funeral Home, 3813 West Main Street,
Belleville. Online condolences can be made at www.hendersonfuneralhomes.net.
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