Ruth H. Beidler

Ruth H. Beidler, 97, slipped off to Heaven on Saturday, March 3, 2018 from the quiet comfort of her daughter’s home. She was predeceased by her adoring husband and “best boyfriend” Coach Joe Beidler. Her passing leaves an enormous void in the life and heart of her daughter, her friend, Nancee (Ray Torns) who cared for Ruth in her home for the last several years. She is also survived by her daughter JoAnn Schaaf, her son Robert Beidler, her only grand daughter, Brandy Caban, three grandsons Kalua, Kama and Kahoa McKeague and her special great-granddaughter Kiana Caban. Ruth was passionate about music, acting and being a good friend to all she met. Starting in high school Ruth relished her time on stage. She often talked about her many roles through the years and a special performance with the Trinity Jesters opposite the then unknown playwright Edward Albee. Singing was an integral part of her life. From high school to the days of the Schola Cantorum at Hartt School of Music and performances with the Hartford Symphony to the music of her retirement group The Notables. She gave 100% to the arts that filled her heart with gladness. At the end of her life she sang daily with her daughter, Nan and her caregiver Beata. “You are My Sunshine”, “Amazing Grace” and “You’ve Got a Friend” are just a few of the tunes you could hear wafting through the house. Ruth was a great friend to all who came into her life through music, acting, work and church organizations. Her friends often spoke of her caring and concern for their life situations. Ruthie was a lover of chocolate, watermelon, and Michael Buble, whose videos she was always happy to watch on Youtube! During her life she was a Girl Scout Leader extraordinaire, a precise Medical Secretary at UCONN Health, adept at crewel work, an inspiring Devotions leader for her church life, a creative floral arranger at home and at church, an avid Bridge player, and a Mom who was the number one fan for her three children! Every football and baseball game for husband or son, every concert, every play, every Pops ‘N Jazz show, Mom was there, cheering for us! Forever encouraging us to be our very best. She was in love with all that life had to offer and her “best boyfriend” Coach Joe Beidler, her husband of nearly 75 years. They meant everything to each other in this life and now they are together again for all eternity. Nancee wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to caregivers Beata, Maddy, Ewa and Francine, who gave Ruth exceptional care and love. A Memorial Service for Ruth and Coach Beidler will be held on Saturday, April 7th at 2:30pm in the Trinity College Chapel at 300 Summit St. in Hartford. Due to extremely limited parking on campus guests will use the rear parking lot at St.Lawrence O’Toole Church on 494 New Britain Ave. in Hartford. A shuttle will be provided to and from the Trinity Chapel. Please visit our guestbook at www.taylorandmodeen.com.