Ruth Francis Allen

Ruth Allen, Dec. 25, 1932 to Dec 24, 2023

Ruth Francis Orr Allen , 90, of Louisville KY formerly of Blount County, TN passed away on December 24, 2023. She was born on Christmas Day 1932 her glowing presence left the world on Christmas Eve, 2023.

She graduated from Maryville College in 1955, there she met her husband Tom then married on August 26, 1955.

Ruth & Tom moved to Louisville in 1958 to build their family, with Ted in 1959, then twins (Billy & John) in 1962. They were faithful Presbyterians during this time as members of Harvey Browne church. Beyond motherhood she kept on growing in getting a Master's degree in library science and worked as a Librarian for many years, then as a researcher with her own "GatherFacts Group" researching specific info for client requests. All the while supporting Tom's Cardinal Brass business by keeping the books. She wanted to keep active and moving as she got older and was introduced to Yoga in the early 70's and got hooked on it. She became an instructor and was a pioneer in Louisville opening her own studio "Orbis". She enjoyed roller skating, being the youngest sister, reading, baking, travelling, teaching and writing short stories. She was passionate as a wife, mother with a strong thread of conviction toward sharing the world's great knowledge.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Tom and son Billy. She is survived by her sons Ted and John (Kim) and grandson Jack.

Her service will be Friday, January 5th, from 4:00 to 5:00. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00-4:00.

Service to held at: Crescent Grove

330 Masonic Home Dr

Masonic Home, KY 40041

Check at Guard House for directions.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.