Canton, Ohio – October 20, 2025 – 29 years ago today, Ruth May Foster, a 45-year-old woman, vanished without a trace after finishing her shift at the Hoover Company in Canton, Ohio. It was October 20, 1996, when Ruth clocked out around 10:15 p.m., walked into the night, and was never seen again. Her disappearance remains one of the most haunting mysteries in the region.
What Happened
Ruth left her workplace that night, seemingly as she always did, but she never made it home. Days later, her vehicle was discovered abandoned at a Holiday Inn parking lot in Jackson Township, just a few miles from her workplace. The car was empty, with no signs of a struggle or anything unusual inside.
The Mystery Deepens
Ruth’s disappearance was quickly deemed suspicious by authorities. There were no signs she had planned to leave, and no indication that she wanted to run away or start over. Her family, friends, and coworkers were devastated, with no explanation for where she went after her shift ended.
Ruth May Foster’s Description
At the time of her disappearance, Ruth was:
- Age: 45 years old
- Height: 5’5″
- Weight: 130 lbs
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Brown
- Last Seen: October 20, 1996, leaving the Hoover Company
Key Questions
- Who dropped her car off at the Holiday Inn parking lot?
- What happened to Ruth after she left her job that evening?
- Why has this case remained cold for nearly three decades?
Despite extensive investigations and multiple leads over the years, Ruth’s disappearance remains unresolved. Her family continues to hold on to hope and search for answers.
How You Can Help
If you have any information that could help solve the case of Ruth May Foster, please contact the Canton Police Department at 330-438-4451.
A Heartbroken Family Still Waiting for Answers
Ruth’s family is still left with a gaping hole in their lives, as they continue to wait for answers and justice. They remember her as a kind-hearted woman, whose life was taken far too soon. 29 years later, the question remains: Where is Ruth May Foster?
This story may be updated as more information becomes available.
