Name: Ruth B. Schmoyer
Age: 72
Hometown: Macungie
Family: Ruth was married to David Schmoyer for 42 years, until his death in 2000. She has two sons and four grandchildren.
Occupation: She was a caregiver for 30 years.
Fire Company: Ruth has been a member of the for 40 years.
Describe your job with the auxiliary and how you got involved: “I am the recording secretary of the Ladies Auxiliary. I also help with the hoagie sales we have here. I got involved through my neighbors. I would come with them for something to do.”
Do you have family members involved with the fire department? “I have no family members involved with the fire company. I joined because I wanted to. It was a way for the women to help out.”
What would you tell people interested in joining the ladies auxiliary? “Come and join us. We need more active members, especially some young blood.”
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