Ruth Florence Richard Hibbs, age 91, of Langhorne Pa and Lighthouse Point Fl, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at her home in Langhorne on October 7 after a brief illness.

Born in East Orange NJ, she was the daughter of the late Cornelius Richard and Alice Schuler Richard.
She was proceeded in death by her brother Cornelius Richard Jr and Sister Joanna Charnock.

She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Harry T Hibbs, children Elliot Scott Hibbs (Roxanne) and Ruthann Simpson (George), sister Doris Richard, grandchildren Joshua Hibbs, Jordan Hibbs and Abigail Simpson, as well as two great granddaughters Sage and Morgan Hibbs.

Ruth was a graduate of New Jersey State Teachers College at Trenton (The College of New Jersey). Over the years she taught at The Woods School in Langhorne, The Cooke School in NJ, Neshaminy School District, Lower Bucks Christian Academy and Mercer Christian Academy. Never one to slow down, after retirement she continued with her passion for inspiring students to learn as a substitute teacher in a Christian school in FL.

She was seldom seen without a knitting needle in her hand, except for when she was sewing or quilting, creating costumes or doll clothes or reciting a loved poem, singing and dancing, or reading a favorite book with her grandchildren or great grandchildren, or enjoying a day at the beach with a floppy hat on and a great book in her hand. She would often be seen out in the yard, landscaping with her husband, Harry.

Ruth was also a past volunteer at Broward County Hospital, and recently of St. Mary’s as she made 10-12 afghans each year to give to patients. Ruth was known for her creativity and liveliness, her strength and courage in the face of adversity, her sense of humor, her faithfulness to her family and friends, her great letters and phone calls, and for taking the time for a great cup of coffee and some laughs during an impromptu visit on her back porch.

Active in church over the years, she was most recently a member of First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach FL.

A memorial service will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, November 23 at Langhorne United Methodist Church, 301 E Maple Ave, Langhorne, PA 19047 where visitation will begin at 11 am.

In honor of Ruth, donations may be made to Peniel UMC 115 E Market St. Wilmington DE. where her daughter pastors.