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1933
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2021
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Ruth FITCH Obituary
Age 87 of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. She was born the
daughter of Nelson D. and
Beulah M. (Daring) Sampson on May 13, 1933, in Mt.
Blanchard, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her parents; 2nd husband Norman Fitch;
brother John D. Sampson;
sister Garnet Armstrong; grandson Joshua Hixon. Ruth is
survived by her sons Michael P. (Laurie) Mooney of Michigan, Patrick J. (Toschia) Mooney of Springfield, and Jerry Sheehan of Indiana; daughters Kathleen P. (Charles) Porter of Springfield, and Michelle G. (Patrick) Hixon of Springfield; sister Mary Lorton of Sidney; special nephew Steve Lorton; 7 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Ruth was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be missed by all of those who love her. For many years Ruth worked as an LPN at I.O.O.F and Mercy as well as other area nursing homes. She enjoyed going to church, especially to prayer meetings. In her spare time she enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles and reading. However, more than anything she enjoyed spending quality time with her family. Private services at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to
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Kathy Bright
May 2, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kathy Bright
May 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ruth was a beautiful soul. Loved spending time with her.
Kathy Bright
May 2, 2021
Ruth was such a beautiful person and she loved Jesus!So sorry for your loss. But she is now in heaven. Loved spending time with her
Janale Jones
April 20, 2021
Ruth was a wonderful person inside and out. She was a lovely conversationalist.
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