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Ruth Trousdale Obituary

Trousdale, Ruth Ann (nee Sinnett), baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Monday, September 14, 2015. Beloved wife of the late C. Earl Trousdale; dear mother of Ann Louise (Ray Jr.) Wagner, David Earl (Jennifer) Trousdale and Karen Marie (Marshall) Wright; loving grandmother of Raymond III, Stephen Earl and Mary Ruth Wagner, Ruth Morgan, Sydney, Brianna Trousdale and Charles Earl Trousdale II, Ellen, Sarah and Claire Wright; dear sister of Dorothy (Bill) Shocklee, Steve (Mary) Sinnett and Sam Sinnett; loving aunt, cousin and friend to many. Ruth was a High School English Teacher, Real Estate Agent and started a family floor covering business with her husband Earl. She was devoted to her family and Catholic faith. Ruth had a passion for life and learning. Services: Funeral Mass at Holy Infant Catholic Church, 627 Dennison Drive, Ballwin, Friday, 10:00 a.m. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made to the Catholic Student Center at Washington University or The Tuition Assistance Fund at Holy Infant Catholic Church. Visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, Thursday 3-8 p.m. and at the church, Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Sep. 16, 2015.

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Jim Rhyne

September 24, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of the death of our long time friend. We had a lot of good times when you were all young. We have great memories. Sorry we lost touch. We would have loved to see her again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn and Jim Rhyne and family

Bajes and Amal Nassar

September 21, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of heartbreak. Losing a mother is a significant event in our lives but we know she is in a better place. May she REST IN PEACE!

September 18, 2015

Ruth was a wonderful classmate at nerinx hall. English class with sister Jacqueline a treasured experience. Kathleen Barry oconnor....

Julie Williams

September 18, 2015

My thoughts are with you - I knew Ruth through Steve and Mary, she volunteered her time helping us in our children's classroom for the Maren Fund. I loved her gentleness and willingness to help us when needed. She has left a hole in the hearts of many and will be missed. Lifting you all up in prayer.

September 17, 2015

My condolences to each of you in the passing of your mother. Wilma Jo Schnare, St Charles, Earl's cousin

maggie macdonald

September 17, 2015

Sending my love to you in heaven. I only got to know you for a short time, I know my parents cherished your friendship. Rest in peace ruth.

Ginny Flenniken

September 17, 2015

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Ruth's passing on Monday morning.Ruth was a part of a small breakfast group, at Holy Infant that I also belonged to. She was a lovely person and will
be missed by many. Deepest Sympathy to Ruth's family.

george beseda

September 16, 2015

firstly saddened by this news , i have had the pleasure of working with and for both earl and ruth while they were at the helm of carpetime and the last yard carpet stores in ballwin mo. always memories of earls chewing his gum and mile long smile as ruth was so very kind to all. both very hard working and appreciative folk . shall always remember both with joy !

September 16, 2015

Ann and Ray, Sr.
My deepest sympathy to you both on the loss of your dear mother. Our parish will pray for her.

Sincerely, Jim Driscoll, Sr.
St. Clare of Assisi Parish

Barbara Ahrens & Family

September 16, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the family on your loss of your dear mother. We know what an important part of your lives she was. We will keep her in our prayers

September 16, 2015

Please accept our sympathy on the death of your dear mother. We know your memories will become your treasures. Joe and Dorothy McKenna

David Kelsay

September 16, 2015

Ann and Ray,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you and your family will be in my prayers.

David Kelsay

Renea Raible

September 16, 2015

Beautiful family, beautiful life. Continued prayers during your time of loss.

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