Ruth F. Hoff, 87 of Bath, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 in her home surrounded by her family. Born on March 15, 1934 in Phillipsburg, NJ she was a daughter of the late Harold and Hazel (Apger) Shields. Ruth and her husband, Harold celebrated 66 years of marriage together. She was a faithful member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bath where she served on the Altar Guild for many years. Ruth also was a member of the Bath Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary for 50 years of service.

Survivors: In addition to her husband, Ruth is survived by daughters, Debra Bachman and husband Allen, Vicki and the late Gerald Eldridge, Tammy Hosier and husband Bernard; 9 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by 2 sisters Anna and Dorothy.

Services: Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 15 ^th at 10:30 a.m. in the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21 ^st St., Northampton. Family and friends may call on Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in Green Mount Cemetery, Bath. Online condolences may be offered below.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church and / or the Bath Fire Co., in loving memory of Ruth.