Ruth Elizabeth Heiple June 19, 1941 – November 1, 2025

Ruth Elizabeth Heiple, born Ruth Elizabeth Morris to Lloyd and Verda Morris on June 19, 1941, in Millsboro, Delaware, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Ruth was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Lloyd and Verda Morris; her husband, Emmett Heiple; and her sister, Florence Gearhart. She is survived by her sister, Elsie Hoting of Corpus Christi, Texas; her stepsons Ashley (Joyce) Heiple and Ron (LaDonna) Donnell; her cousin, Arthur (Catherine) Thawley; and many dear friends who will cherish her memory.

Ruth will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and the love she shared with everyone whose lives she touched.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 14, at 11:00 a.m. at the Victory Church, Light of Lights Chapel, located at 1410 Griffin Road, Lakeland, Florida. Interment will take place at a later date in Carey's Cemetery, Millsboro, Delaware.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Orphans Light, P.O. Box 1967, Auburndale, FL 33823, in Ruth's honor.