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Ruth Wallingford Obituary
MAYSVILLE — Ruth Ann Wallingford, 87, of Maysville, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Meadowview Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Mason County on Dec. 8, 1937, to the late Richard and Edna Rankin Howell.
Ruth worked at the U.S. Shoe Factory for many years while raising a family. She had a passion for cooking and enjoyed taking vacations, but above all, she cherished spending time with her grandchildren the most.
She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Charlotte (Charles) Courtney, Dana Fawley, Kelly (Brandon) Clark; eight grandchildren, Chad Fawley, Dylan Courtney, Colyn Courtney, Jaclyn Killingsworth, Wesley Evans, Griffin Evans, Harley Wenz; nine great grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Edna Howell; husband of 68 years, Eldon Wallingford; sister, Bette Hook; brother, Arvid Howell; granddaughter, Meghan Gallagher, and great grandson, Austin Wenz.
Memorial donations may be made in Ruth's name to the Mason County Animal Shelter.
In keeping with Ruth Ann's wishes, no formal services will be held at this time. Palmer Funeral Home and Crematory are serving and assisting the family.
To leave an online condolence or to share a fond memory of Ruth Ann, please visit www.palmerfuneralhome.net.
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April Lawhun
May 20, 2025
Ruth was a unique sweet loving woman. We loved her spunk so much! She always kept me laughing! I swear she was a natural comedian. She had her good days & bad days like all of us. The thing was I loved her on ALL days! She is already missed so so much! I just know she´s happy to be free
Kaylee Stanton
May 19, 2025
Ruthie will always be favorite girl. I enjoyed taking care of her so much even though she was never afraid to speak her mind (even if it did hurt my feelings) but I loved her so much. Her family became my family. She´ll always hold a special place in my heart I know she´s in heaven eating all her favorite chocolates!
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