Ruth Ann (Bohon) Schroeder (Passed on July 28th, 2025)

Ruth Ann (Bohon) Schroeder, 75, of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence on July 28th, 2025 in Rochester following an extended illness. She was raised in Monaca and her life was a testament to her unwavering love, dedication to family and her deeply held values.

Ruth met the love of her life, David L. Schroeder, during her high school years. Their love story culminated in a beautiful marriage on November 8th, 1968, while David was serving in the U.S. Air Force. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories. Ruth lovingly created a warm home, her backyard was filled with flowers, birdsong, and the birds knew the feeders were always full.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Vivian (Liller) Bohon, and her brothers, Chris, James, and Ralph Bohon, as well as her in-laws, Jeremiah and Betty Schroeder, and a beloved grandson, Michael Juratovic. She is survived by her loving husband, David L. Schroeder and their three children, David Schroeder, Jr. of Kentucky, Jennifer Schroeder (Phil) DeLuca of Rochester, and Christina Schroeder (Derek) Hensley of Kentucky. Her joy was multiplied by her grandchildren: Kimberly (Simeon) Brace, Isabella Grace Birch, Andrew David Birch, Logan Hensley, Lauren Hensley, Kadence Schroeder Belic and Jonathan Schroeder; as well as her great-grandchildren, Luke and Asher Brace. Above all, she was a proud and devoted Grannie and had a hand in raising all of her grandchildren. Summers in Kentucky will be embedded in their hearts forever.

She is also survived by her sisters, Jane (Paul) Smith, Rita (Bruce) Megill and Sue (Fred) Porebski, along with several nieces and nephews, who will remember her warmth and wisdom.

After she graduated from Monaca High School and married David, the couple settled in Rochester, where they created a loving home for their children and ensured that her children attended Sunday School at Grace Lutheran Church of Rochester. She and her mother-in-law were active members of a local homemakers’ club, where they honed their skills in ceramics, sewing and crocheting.

She also enjoyed gardening, picnics and shopping. She also never missed a trip to the casino.

Children learn what they live and through her, so many have learned the beauty of nature, the value of hard work, strength, courage and loyalty.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 1st from 2-4 p.m. and 6- 8 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements and where services will be held on Saturday, August 2nd at 11 a.m. Reverend Gregory Clagg, the pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, will officiate. Interment will follow in Beaver Cemetery.

The family has suggested memorial contributions be made in Ruth’s memory if desired to either St Jude Research Hospital, Tunnels 2 Towers, or a local women’s shelter. The family wishes to extend a note of gratitude to Good Samaritan Hospice and a special thanks to “Special Agent Ashley” Jones.