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Ruth E. Whisler
SHELBY: Ruth Eileen (Feaster) Whisler, age 77, of Shelby, died Sunday, February 24, 2013 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center after an extended illness.
Ruth was born on February 6, 1936 in Shelby to the late Charles and Emma (Boyce) Feaster and was a 1954 graduate of Union High School. Ruth drove bus for 27 years for Crestview Schools and after retirement she spent over 10 years at Miracle Ear in Ontario. She was a member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church where she was involved with the Alter and Rosary Society and the Daughters of Isabella. She enjoyed bowling and camping, but most of all, Ruth was especially proud of her family.
On March 20, 1954, Ruth married Francis Whisler and he survives. Also surviving are 4 children: Diana (Gary) Kerr of Grove City, Russ (Kathy) Whisler of Ashland, Lori (Dale) Dye of Marion, Timothy (Lisa) Whisler of Mansfield; 7 grandsons: Kevin (Stephanie) Kerr, Andy (Ashley) Kerr, Ryan, Daniel, Joseph, Jacob, and Austin Whisler; 3 great grandchildren: Caleb, Hailey, and Sara Kerr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Lavern Feaster.
Friends are welcome on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby from 2-4 and 6-8 PM where a rosary will be recited at 7:45 PM by the Daughters of Isabella. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday at 10 AM with Fr. John Missler and Fr. Nick Cunningham concelebrating at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Crestview Scholarship Fund, Ashland Cross Country Parents Organization, or The James Cancer Center.
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LISA TIM AND FAMILY,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. RUTH WAS A GREAT PERSON AND BUS DRIVER GOD BLESS YOU ALL
ROSEMARY JAYNES (HIVELY)
February 28, 2013
My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Ruth was a special person that I met while driving school bus.
Deb Loyd
February 27, 2013
Tim & Family - Sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charles & Virginia Rader
February 27, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Ruth. Our prayers are with Fancis and family. We loved camping with you guys and she was an awesome bus driver for me. Love ya !! You will be missed.
Jenny Circosta
February 27, 2013
So sorry to hear about Ruth's passing...She was such a sweet lady and we always enjoyed seeing and talking to her at the games. Our sympathy to the whole family. Rusty, Rhonda, Sawyer Radcliffe
Rhonda Radcliffe
February 26, 2013
Francis and family, so sorry to hear about Ruthie, she was a very sweet lady. I know she's in a better place now and has no more pain . RIP Ruthie we love you!!
Billie Davis
February 26, 2013
Francis and family, So sorry to see such a beautiful lady leave us,but I just know she's up there with all the angels looking down on us and now she is happy once again and no more pain! I love u Ruthie Rip
Billie Davis
February 26, 2013
God bless Francie and family at this time, our prayers are with you...Ruthie will be greatly missed..Toni
February 26, 2013
Ruthie was such a special lady! My sympathy to her entire family. I will certainly miss that lovely, smiling face!
Bonnie Ball
February 26, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Whisler family today. I just heard of Ruths passing. She was such a wonderful lady and I'm so glad I had chance to know her. She will be truly missed. God Bless and Gods Speed
Renee Hoffman
February 26, 2013
So sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed.
Mary & Jim Anderson
February 26, 2013
My sympathies are extended to Francie and family. Ruth was such a kind and loving person. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Barb Stauffer Hummel
February 26, 2013
DEAR FRANCIS: SORRY TO HEAR THE LOSS OF YOUR WIFE. WE WILL REMEMBER RUTH IN OUR PRAYERS.
DICK SEIBERT
February 26, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. Ruth will be missed!!! She was a good friend.
Barb Fox
February 26, 2013
With deepest sympathy. You are in our hearts and our prayers.
Pattie & Fred Hostettler
February 26, 2013
Sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathy to the family. May the Lord be with you all.
Reuben Hamilton
February 26, 2013
Diana & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ruth's passing. She was a very special lady, a second Mom to me when I was growing up. All of you have my deepest sympathy. Sorry I can't be there, will have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy (Backensto) Miller
February 26, 2013
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