Birth date: Oct 8, 1923 Death date: Apr 21, 2019
Sr. Ruth Ann Wirtz, age 95 of the Srs. of St. Francis in Oldenburg, died on Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019, at the convent. Born October 8, 1923 in Princeton, Indiana, she is the daughter of Otilda (Nee: Schafer) and Edward Wirtz. Read Obituary
I was very sad to learn of Sister Ruth Ann’s passing. I had the privelege of teaching with her in the 80’s. She was a wonderful musician, teacher, and friend. She always stayed in touch and expressed interest in my family. It was a special time with Sister Vivian Rose, Sara Reid, Sister Mary Gloria, and Sister Ruth Ann, all dear friends and colleagues.
My sincere sympathy to Sister Ruth Ann’s family.
Kitty O’Donnell
Sr Ruth Ann was a kind and wise soul who gave comfort and shared wisdom with whomever sought it from her. She now joins the voices of Marian College that went before her; Sr Vivian Rose, Sr Mary Gloria and Sara Reid. May she rise up to meet our Heavenly Father and may He welcome her into his Kingdom. Rest easy Ruthie. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of all those you touched.
I was a student of Sr. Ruth Ann's at Marian College back in the late 80's. She was a wonderful teacher as were all of the Sisters of St. Francis who ran the college. Very sad to hear of her passing. She touched so many young lives. May she rest in Christ's peace.
Sister Ruth Ann was my music teacher and band instructor at Holy Trinity iElementery School in Indianapolis. When I went to Marian she was a familiar and welcoming presence to this scared freshman. I have many fond memories of her, she was always so patient and kind, even if you may not have practiced and were unprepared for a lesson.
