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RUTH BLACKWELL Obituary

RUTH ANN BLACKWELL, 67, of Ossian, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014, at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Born Nov. 26, 1946, in Lafayette, Ind., she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Phyllis Smith. She retired in 2010 from AG Edwards (Wells Fargo) as a Branch Operations Manager. She was a member of the Waynedale Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and #1 fan of her grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Ron Blackwell of Ossian; children, A.J. (Jennifer) Blackwell of Uniondale, Roni (Brian) Henschen and Jamie (Veraessa) Blackwell, both of Ossian; brother, Michael (Alice) Smith of Ballston Spa, N.Y.; grandchildren, Curtis Blackwell, Kyle Henschen and Hailey Henschen; and sister- in-law, Peggy Smith. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Art Smith. Funeral is 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, at Elzey-Patterson- Rodak Funeral Home Ossian, with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014, at the funeral home. Burial in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ossian. To leave condolences, please visit www.elzey-patternson-rodak.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers from Feb. 11 to Feb. 12, 2014.

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February 16, 2014

Ron and family, I am so sorry to learn of Ruth's passing. I worked with Ruth for many years at Walston & Co. We had some of the best times working in the "cage". I will always remember her smile, laugh and love for you and her family. Vicki Perry Morreale

Roxanne Jacobs

February 16, 2014

To all of Ruth's loved ones...I am uplifting you in comforting prayers ... Ruth always had a smile on her beautiful face ... She will be greatly missed ~j~ (((((hugs))))) I am so sorry for your loss .....

February 13, 2014

Ron and Ruth's children
So sorry to hear of Ruth's loss. She was always a favorite of mine and the best associate in the office. God bless her and keep her.
Jack & Lois Molitor

February 12, 2014

Ron and family, so sorry for your loss. We didn't know her well but every time we saw her you wouldn't know it. Our prayers are with you tonight and in the future. To see how her family acts you know she was a great wife, mother and grandmother. Bruce and Gloria Wilson.

February 12, 2014

AJ and Jennifer, we are beyond sad at the news of Ruth's passing. We have very fond memories of her at the ballpark cheering for Curtis. She was his biggest fan. We know that her presence will be greatly missed but she will always be with you in spirit. We are deeply sorry.

Steve, Jill, Ross and Jake Elkins

February 12, 2014

Ron and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Bruce and Lillian Stiles ( Alice's sister)

Jake Osborn

February 12, 2014

Dear Ron and family,
We are in Gulf Shores Alabama and just saw the sad news of Ruth's passing. Our thoughts are with you for strength in this grievous time.
Jake & Bobby Osborn

Robert Sluder

February 11, 2014

Ron and family, We are sorry to hear of Ruth passing our prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Bob and Pat Sluder

February 11, 2014

Ron and Family,
We are so sorry for your great sadness. Ruth had a wonderful and happy spirit. We'll miss her too. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jerry and Therese Tindell

February 11, 2014

Roni & AJ We as so sorry to read about your Mother. Frank & I are in Fl and just read it in the Bluffton paper. Sending our sympathy to you all. In Gods Love to you, Linda & Frank Ratcliffe

Guy & Eva Tweed

February 11, 2014

Ron, Guy and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, Ruth. Our prayers and love will be with you as you go through this very sad time in your life. You know we love you and pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you and your family and give you His peace!

February 11, 2014

Ron & Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and May God be with you all at this time in need.
Bob & Sandy Keck..

Cindy Woolf

February 11, 2014

Ron and Family: I am so sorry for the loss of Ruth. She was a wonderful person and I so enjoyed knowing her and working with her years ago. I am sure you will miss her but memories are wonderful.

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