Ruth C. MacHose, 86, of Allentown, formerly of Zionsville, died December 6, 2012, in the Phoebe Home. She was the wife of the late Robert L. MacHose. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late Norman R. and Beulah (Dederick) Fellencer.

A graduate of Allen High School, she was employed at Freeman and Vogt's Jewelers and was a member of Faith Presbyterian Church, Emmaus.

She is survived by sons, William R., Richard A., of Allentown; daughter, Carolyn L. Steiner, of Akron, Ohio; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a brother, Jerome C.

Contributions may be made to Easter Seals, Suite 201, 1501 Lehigh St., Allentown, 18103.

Arrangements were made by the Stephens Funeral Home Inc., Allentown.