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Visitation:
Thursday, March 6, 2025
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
St. John's Lutheran Church
203 E Mansfield Street
New Washington , Ohio 44854
Service:
Friday, March 7, 2025
11:00 a.m.
St. John's Lutheran Church
203 E Mansfield Street
New Washington , Ohio 44854
Ruth N. Loy, age 97, longtime resident of the New Washington area, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Trustwell Living at the Carlisle Place in Bucyrus, Ohio. She was born on June 17, 1927 in Bucyrus to the late Frank and Bertha (Leonberger) Scheffler.
As one of the last graduates from the Holmes Liberty class of 1945, Ruth worked briefly in the banking industry before starting her family. She married Wilmer “Lefty” Loy on February 19, 1950 and they were blessed with 7 wonderful children. In addition to raising their children, Ruth enjoyed gardening, canning, baking and sewing. She loved to crochet; a hobby that allowed her to make many special gifts for her family, most memorably the doilies she gifted to her grandchildren for their weddings.
Her family was very important to her, and she supported them in all of their endeavors; whether it meant tagging along to a harness race with Wilmer, teaching some of her children how to play the piano or attending her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s sporting events. Ruth was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in New Washington where she was active in various groups within the church.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 75 years, Wilmer Loy; six children, Carol (Jack) Thompson, Martha “Marty” Burger, Marlene (Steve) Karl, Diana Loy (Carl Dentinger), Sandra (Mike) Kaple and Phil (Shelli) Loy; fourteen grandchildren, Angie (Shannon) Chaffins, Kendra (Brad) Studer, Ryan (Carly) Burger, Chad (Ashley) Burger, Scott (Emily) Burger, Jeremy (Lorraine) Karl, Nicole (Kris) Hanlon, Liza (Chris) Hafner, Brandon (Jocelyn) Kaple, Nathan (Kim) Kaple, Brad (Brittany) Kaple, Kristin (Keith) Clune, Grant Loy (Olivia Knapp) and Max Loy (Madi Cooke); 36 great grandchildren; sister, Helen Ross; sister-in-law, Julia Scheffler; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by a son, Allan W. Loy; son-in-law, Tom Burger; grandson, Jack Thompson II; two brothers, Wayne (Betty) Scheffler and Milton Scheffler; and brothers-in-law, Myron Ross, Calvin (Doris) Loy and Donald (Esther) Loy.
Family and friends are invited to visit at St. John’s Lutheran Church in New Washington on Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Ruth’s funeral service will be held at the church on Friday, March 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Kevin Mohr officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in New Washington. Memorial contributions can be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Chatfield Volunteer Fire Department. Online condolences can be left for Ruth’s family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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Deb n Ed Mccleese - Mar 8, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Our family had some good memories of all the reunions at Aumiller park over the years Thinking of you all
Gary and Cindy Richards - Mar 8, 2025
Loy family so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. You were blessed to share many years with a wonderful woman that so dearly loved her family. We visited with Ruth and Wilmer in December and are so glad we did. Praying for you all.
Sharon Kay Moore - Mar 8, 2025
To the Loy family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Over the years Gene and I had many contacts with the Loy family. Gene as students and coach. Altho I knew many of the family I mainly knew Carol as she and I worked together at BC HS food service for appx. 20 yrs. I remember lastly Ruth and Lefty attending New Washington Town Band concerts for years. The Loys a great New Washington family!
Tyler & Cassandra - Mar 7, 2025
Our sincere condolences for the loss of Ruth as well as prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
Larry & Linda - Mar 6, 2025
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
Chris Daniel - Mar 5, 2025
To the Loy family, My sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. May your strong faith and the love of family and friends in the community and beyond be of great comfort to you at this time. God Bless.
Mark & Joni Robinson - Mar 5, 2025
Wilmer and the Loy family - we extend our caring and deepest sympathy in the loss of Ruth. She was a special person who loved her family, community, and friends. Always an avid fan of BC, she will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
PAUL AND SHIRLEY ZIMMERMAN - Mar 4, 2025
Wilmer and family our sincere sympathy to all of you in the passing of Ruth. Not many couples can celebrate 75 wedding anniversaries but you did.
Madelyn - Mar 4, 2025
To the Loy Family, You have My Deepest Sympathy! Keeping you in my prayers.
Judy and Jim - Mar 4, 2025
Sorry for the passing of your Mother prayers and condolences to your families.
Don & Jane Phenicie - Mar 3, 2025
Sorry for your loss, what a wonderful family and all the memories will always be in your heart. Wilmer you & Ruth were such faithful BC fans & serving in the church as well as in the community! God Bless all of the family!
Karen Alt - Mar 3, 2025
I am so sorry for the loss to your family. Praying you find comfort in each other and all of the happy memories you shared. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie and Rick Bores - Mar 3, 2025
Wilmer and Family, so very sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing! May the memories she left behind give you all comfort. Prayers for you all
Joe - Mar 3, 2025
May you find comfort in the many family memories you share.
Gregg and Michelle Langmeyer - Mar 3, 2025
May her love of family always be in your heart. My sympathy to the entire Loy family.
Jim and Barb - Mar 3, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Prayers for the whole family.
Jim and Barb - Mar 3, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Prayers for the whole family.
Cindy - Mar 3, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. She was a very special lady. May the holes in your hearts be filled with all your wonderful memories.
Stephanie Mulvane - Mar 2, 2025
I am Sorry for your loss
Diane Dellinger - Mar 2, 2025
So Sorry for Your Loss. Prayers for You All.
Tom Kessler - Mar 2, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. She lived the best life one could live. God Bless!
Jeri and Gordy - Mar 2, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all
Bill & Nancy - Mar 2, 2025
Phil, Shelli and family- so sorry for your loss! Prayers for comfort!
