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Ruth E. Wood

1928 - 2016

Ruth E. Wood obituary, 1928-2016, Seattle, WA

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1928

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2016

Ruth Wood Obituary

Ruth E. Wood

Ruth E. Wood passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016 in Seattle, Washington. She was born October 24, 1928 in Seattle to Paul and Elsa Stoll. In 1949 she married James Wood and enjoyed 53 years of marriage. Ruth and Jim met while at the School of Pharmacy at the University of Washington. They faithfully served the community operating their own Pharmacy for over forty years, and had one of the first drive through pharmacies in the area.

Ruth is survived by her son Randy (Kelly), daughter Margo (Mike) and 2 grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church or an Alzheimer's organization.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times from Dec. 22 to Dec. 23, 2016.

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December 10, 2017

I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort from the loving promise of seeing our loved ones again (John 6:40). Please accept my condolences.

December 10, 2017

May treasured memories of Ruth always warm your heart, & may the peace & comfort from God continue to be with you.

Gary & Jan Brown

December 23, 2016

So sorry for your loss, and regrets that we didn't get a chance to see her.
Our condolences,
Gary and Jan.

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