Ruth L. Shadwell Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-03-04T19:00:00
End: 2025-03-04T20:00:00
Location: Centenary United Methodist Church

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ruth L. Shadwell of Effingham, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 24, 2025 at the age of 102. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth L. Shadwell to pay them a last tribute.

Though Ruth may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Ruth touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Centenary United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bauer Funeral Home

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Mar 04

Visitation

Centenary United Methodist Church
203 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

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Mar 04

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Centenary United Methodist Church
203 E Grove Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

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