Ruth E. Wadleigh passed away at the age of 69 on Monday, April 18, 2022.

She was the daughter of Henry Jr. and Alice (Van Dessel) Kraft born on April 13, 1953, in Washington, DC.

She married Melvin R. Wadleigh on August 9, 1974.

She graduated from Springfield High School. She went to Houghton College and Castleton College.

She worked as a Lab technician at Claremont and Newport Hospitals.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, being outside, gardening, hiking, swimming, cross country skiing, kayaking, camping, being at her cabin, crafting, sewing, knitting, singing, playing the piano and trumpet, cooking, and reading. She was willing to help and teach anyone wanting to learn.

God was a big part in her life. John 3:16

Ruth is survived by her husband, 2 children, Pamela Wadleigh of Claremont, NH and Joel Wadleigh of Charlestown, NH; 5 grandchildren, Dillon, Dayna (Alex McCormick), Derek, Kelly, and Jared Bellefeuille, and 3 great grandchildren, her brothers; James (Joanne) and Stephen Kraft and sister, Jae (Mark) Kraft Wiss as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services will be held at the Mountain View Cemetery on Saturday, April 23 at 2 PM. Family and friends are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Advent Christian Church, North Springfield, VT.