Ruth E. Fitch

Ruth E. Fitch age 87 of Springfield passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. She was born the daughter of Nelson D. & Beulah M. (Daring) Sampson on May 13, 1933 in Mt. Blanchard, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents; 2nd husband Norman Fitch; brother John D. Sampson; sister Garnet Armstrong; grandson Joshua Hixon. Ruth is survived by her sons Michael P. (Laurie) Mooney of Michigan, Patrick J. (Toschia) Mooney of Springfield, & Jerry Sheehan of Indiana; daughters Kathleen P. (Charles) Porter of Springfield, & Michelle G. (Patrick) Hixon of Springfield; sister Mary Lorton of Sidney; special nephew Steve Lorton;7 grandchildren, & 8 great grandchildren. Ruth was a loving mother, grandmother, sister & friend. She will be missed by all of those who love her. For many years Ruth worked as an LPN at I.O.O.F & Mercy as well as other area nursing homes. She enjoyed going to church, especially to prayer meetings. In her spare time she enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles & reading. However, more than anything she enjoyed spending quality time with her family. Private services at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.richardsraffanddunbar.com