Honoring Ruth Beyond the Tragedy | Charlotte News

Twenty-five years after losing his mother Ruth Lapin in the 9/11 attacks, Doug Schroeder chooses to honor her not just for her death, but for the full 53 years of her vibrant life—her laughter as a Girl Scout clown, her kindness at senior centers, and her unwavering loyalty to friends. To keep her legacy alive, he named his daughter Anna Ruth, ensuring her spirit endures even though they never met. Now a father and husband, Doug lives with purpose, striving to embody the values she instilled in him, while gently honoring her memory on his own time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/53423460998be11f