Ruth Kissinger Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ruth Cockburn Kissinger, age 86 of Valparaiso, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 08, 2020 surrounded by her beloved family. A native of Northern Ireland, Ruth was well-loved in her home town of Omagh, County - Tyrone Ireland. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years- Donald Lee Kissinger of Crown Point and her son- Capt. Kirk W. Kissinger - USMC - VMFA 115, whom she adored. She is survived by her two daughters- Heather Lee Hill and Jill (Craig) Yoss; four grandchildren- Ashley (Jordan) Guyer, Brent Lee Hill, Thomas Kirk Yoss, Benjamin Alan Yoss; and three great grandchildren- Banx Meyer Guyer, Brynlee Ruth Guyer, Bodhi James Guyer. Ruth enjoyed travel, tennis, golf, badminton, table tennis and spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of the Red Hat Society, United Kingdom Group, UK British Society, Cycling Club of Hilton Head Island, and Church of the Cross in Bluffton SC. She valued her time spent volunteering at God’s Goods Thrift Store and local tennis events. Her favorite scripture was Psalm 113 (NKJV). Ruth was a loving mother, grandparent, great grandparent and a friend to many. Her greatest love was her family and extended families. She was always ready to “put the kettle on and have a proper cup of tea” with friends. A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

Ruth Kissinger

December 8, 1933 - November 8, 2020