Ruth Jean DeWolf

Ruth Jean (Hostelley) DeWolf died on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, at the age of 88. She was the last of the Hostelley family from North Wales. She was the daughter of Norman and Ester Hostelley and was the youngest of four children, three of whom preceded her in death: Anna Mae Bishop, Louise Lukens, and Gerald (Ben) Hostelley.

Ruth graduated from (North Wales) North Penn High School in 1956. She played varsity hockey and basketball and was also a pitcher for a fast-pitch softball league. She was still active with her high school friends, Eleanor, Dee Dee, and Ida. Eleanor was her mentor and was there from the beginning of their lives until the end. She brought sunshine to Ruth's darkest days.

She was employed as a receptionist for 20 years by Rex Heat Treat in Lansdale, Pa. She adored her boss and staff.

She loved sports, from baseball to football and hockey, especially when hockey was played without helmets and the Broad Street Bullies prevailed. She was an avid bowler with her niece Linda Lukens, who was like her own daughter and guardian angel from day one, filling a huge emotional void when her daughter passed. Linda was there for her all the way to the end. Ruth enjoyed concerts from Neil Diamond to Andre Rieu and the Beach Boys.

Despite her days being numbered, Ruth was determined to walk with the help of her walker, which was customized with four wheels, around her complex and neighborhood, no matter if it was raining, sleeting, or snowing. She was a celebrity and role model for all tiers of ages. Her motivation was the support of her very passionate neighbors, runners, walkers, bikers, and a company down the street whose VP ran out to give her a yellow vest for safety. Ruth loved reading and writing all types of inspirational memos. She had no filter, and the best part was that you never knew what was going to come out of her mouth. She enjoyed vacationing in Ocean City, New Jersey, reading and tanning on the beach, and bike riding on the boardwalk.

Ruth was widowed and leaves to cherish her loving memory her three children. Cindy, who unfortunately passed in 2001, is survived by sons Jeff and Tim, and a host of friends.

There will be a private service for the immediate family.