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Ruth Evelyn Ulmer Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1907 - 2009 Ruth Evelyn Ulmer - 1907-2009 II Tim. 4:7: I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Ruth Evelyn Ulmer went to be with her Lord on Jan. 25, 2009. She was born July 11, 1907, in Hepburn Township, Lycoming County, Pa., the daughter of the late Thomas L. and Ida Jane Waltz Ulmer. Ruth grew up on her parents farm near Balls Mills, Pa. Born again into Gods family at the age of 10, she was baptized and accepted into the membership of Hepburn Baptist Church, Cogan Station, Pa., in 1917. She graduated from Philadelphia School of the Bible in Philadelphia, Pa., in 1930 and attended Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1931, also in Philadelphia. Upon completion of her schooling, Ruth served the Lord at Green Pasture Jewish Mission in Brooklyn, N.Y., and then in the youth ministry of the local church in Mehoopany, Pa. In 1932, from deep in the mountains of eastern Kentucky, there came a call for help. A missionary had to leave her field of service due to illness. Would someone please come and take over her work? So Ruth, like Abraham, went out by faith, not knowing wither he went (Hebrews 11:8). Virgie, Ky., was not even on the map but the Lord was leading and she followed. There was no promise of support so she stood firmly on Phillipians 4:19: God promised he would provide. She had nine wonderful thrilling years sharing His word with the people of Virgie. Through the years, there followed other areas of service: Printer, Ky. ,for 10 years, at Volga, Ky., for 27 years and finally at Ashland, Ky., working in the local church in Sunday School work and visitation ministry. All who knew Ruth were impressed by her gentle spirit. From time to time she would come back to Pennsylvania where she was always invited to speak at churches in the local area. She told of different experiences that revealed her love for God and the people she served. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Nelson W. Ulmer, T. Theodore Ulmer and her sisters, Florence A. Gehr and Gertrude E. Paulhamus. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at the Summit Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tim Daniels officiating. Burial will follow in Coalton Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are by Steen Funeral Home-13th Street Chapel in Ashland. Online condolences may be made to www.steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 15 condolences.

Billey Porter Saturday February 7, 2009 at 11:57 PM

I knew Miss Ruth from Woodland Oaks. She came there not to long after I started working there in 2001. I loved her the moment I met Her. Ruth was always very special to me. I work on the hall that her room was on so I took care of her all the time, so we became very close friends. Thats a friendship I will never forget. I miss her alot. But she is where she wants to be now. But she will always be in our hearts.

janette greene Tuesday February 3, 2009 at 7:46 PM

i had the joy of taking care of ruth for 5yrs. she was a great joy to be around an will definately be missed.

Marie R. Ulmer Straw Monday February 2, 2009 at 8:30 PM

Aunt Ruth lived a nice long journey here on earth, just like her Mother, my Grandma Ulmer. Now, she will live forever in the light of our Lord and Savior. I miss her sweet smile and the lovely script of her notes and letters to me here in Covina,Calif.

Nancy Louise Merrill McDonald Saturday January 31, 2009 at 9:40 PM

Ruth Ulmer was my great-aunt. My Grandfather's sister. I never met her but heard about her as I was growing up.The obituary above was a beautiful tribute to a beautiful spirit. Thank you.

Pat Friday January 30, 2009 at 3:06 PM

I remember Ruth from our church services at Woodland Oaks. She always had a smile on her face just like God radiated through her. She was a lovely lady. We will miss her.

Sen. Walter Blevins Friday January 30, 2009 at 1:28 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort.

Carolyn Brown Owens Thursday January 29, 2009 at 10:32 AM

Many years ago there were two Missionary ladies. Miss Marie Gay and Miss Ruth Ulmer who were the teachers, bus drivers, youth directors, song and music leaders, whatever needed done and care takers of the Cannon's Chapel Methodist Church of Volga, KY. Miss Ruth was also caretaker of our young minds, hearts and souls. It was at this church that we were blessed with such a wonderful light of God. We Loved Her.

Donald E. & Sharon R. Merrill Wednesday January 28, 2009 at 2:16 PM

Ruth is Donald's great Aunt Donald is the son of Grace Ulmer Merrill who was the daughter, of Nelson W Ulmer, I meet Don's Aunt Ruth, she was a very sweet person always enjoy talking to her and hear about her trips with the missions,GOD BLESS Sharon & Don

Betty Williams Craig, Lexington, ky. Wednesday January 28, 2009 at 12:15 PM

I certainly wish to express my grief to Ms.Ruth's family as I was touched by her ministry in EASTERN KY. at Cannon's Chapel church at Volga,Ky.A great worker and saint has gone home to be with our Saviour. I wish I could be at her funeral,but I look forward to seeing her in heaven.

Betty Williams Craig, Lexington, ky. Wednesday January 28, 2009 at 12:07 PM

Annette Williams Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 11:37 PM

Miss Ruth led me to the Lord at Canons Chapel in Volga, KY when I was 7 years old. I have now served as a missionary nurse in Togo, West Africa for 30 years. I look forward to seeing her in heaven.

Jim Huebert Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 10:38 AM

I never knew Ruth but just happened to read her obituary in the Williamsport Sun Gazatte What a wonderful testimony her obituary is. Her selflessness - faithfulness and love for the Lord puts me to shame. when you think of the way many try to leave their mark in the world (those who accumulate wealth - movie stars - wall street corporate types etc) will stand far to the back of the line when that final accounting takes place while quiet unassuming Ruth (I am quite sure)will one of the shining stars in heaven. What a wonderful and inspiring obituary.

Mary Crepeau Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 10:13 AM

Ruth lived with her missionary friend Marie, next to my parents, AN & Laura Lester, at Gla-Low in Ashland for several years. My parents were retired pastor and wife. The four of them meant so much to each other. They took care of each other and had some wonderful times together. My parents have been gone for ten years. I am quite certain they are joyously welcoming Ruth into heaven!

Kim Menne Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 9:21 AM

Ms. Ulmer was a relative and very good friend of my grandmother, Evelyn Menne, Cogan Station PA. My grandmother shared many stories of their growing up and Ms.Ulmer kept in much contact by phone and letters with my grandmother. Ms. Ulmer had a very wonderful and prosperous life serving the Lord and I am sure Kentucky will be sorry to see her go. My prayer is that we can all serve the Lord as Ms. Ulmer did.

Dorothy Shafer London Tuesday January 27, 2009 at 6:47 AM

Our deepest sympathy to family of Ruth Ulmer. I feel I have known her thru the Church at Hepburn Baptist where I grew up. Always heard of the great ministry she was doing in Ky.

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