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Ruth Partlow Obituary

Ruth Partlow, of Palmer, AK, slipped from her Earthly body and went to be with her Lord on June 28, 2014, while surrounded by her immediate and extended family as well as her Christian family. Ruth was born to Dorothy and Lee McMurray on January 21, 1934, in Chicago, IL. She was proceeded in death by her Mother, Father, her loving husband of 56 years Billy J. and daughter Rebecca Brandon. Ruth is survived by her daughter Patty (Ken) Welch; sons David (Sarah) Partlow, Scott (Dawn) Partlow, Ron (Michelle) Partlow; and nine grandchildren, Hunter, Morgan, Brooke, Ben, Nicole, Brandon, Katelyn, Bri and Kayla; two great grandchildren Colton & Jesse James.

Ruth was married to Bill Partlow on May 7, 1955, in Drummonds, TN. She was a devoted military wife and supported Bill's career in the Navy. They moved from Tennessee to San Diego CA, then Groton, CN and back to San Diego. They resided in Alaska since 1984.

Ruth left a legacy of women's ministries, family ministries and touched the lives of many people of all ages. Her love of music, her love of family and her love of serving God has been the essence of her life.

In lieu of flowers and/or donations, please feel free to make a donation in honor of Ruth Partlow

by check to, Alaska Christian College, 35109 Royal Place, Soldotna, AK, 99669 or online at

www.alaskacc.edu. There will be a Celebration of Life at 2 p.m., on July 3rd, at the Community

Covenant Church, 16123 Artillery Road, Eagle River 696-5229.

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

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jul. 1 to Jul. 3, 2014.

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Mardy Hanson

July 10, 2014

Praise God thank you Jesus for sharing a beautiful Angel to us who portrayed thy Love, compassion, kindness, joy and peace during the time we spent with her and her husband here in Bethel. Very devoted servants of the Lord. God has reunited them both for the beautiful work they were tasked to do, they did it so well. I can just hear the words, "Well done my child, time to come home." Oh the joy of reuniting with all the loved ones one day. Condolences to all the families, relatives and friends.

July 6, 2014

Comfort and condolences to the Partlow family and all her grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was a caring loving lady. I remember when she and Mr. Partlow lived here in Bethel, AK. My 2nd son was in the Daycare where Mrs. Ruth Partlow worked and she was worked with children very well. I will remember her friendly personality, smile and caring ways. God Bless the family of Ruth and remember God is your Comforter.

John/JoAnn Sleppy

July 3, 2014

we are deeply saddened at the Home going of our dear friend,Ruth.What a joy to know she/Bill,they were encouragers.She will be missed very much.Till we meet again.Prayers for her family for strength and comfort.

July 2, 2014

We are sorry for the loss of our dear friend,Ruth (as well as Bill).What a joy to know them,life will be empty but Heaven's gain.Prayers for the family.Our LOVE-John/JoAnn Sleppy

Jim & Jo Wood

July 2, 2014

Ruth and Bill were the open arms we looked for when we joined a church. Ruth was the epitome of the Proverbs 31 lady. She'll be missed.

Hilary Jung

July 1, 2014

I am So Sorry For Your Loss, She Is Now With Her Loved Ones Gone On. Prayers To The Family For Comfort.

The Olrun Family

July 1, 2014

I will always remember your warm smiling face. Prayers for the family. What a celebration of life for Ruth! Until we meet again in glory land!

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