Ruth Allison

Ruth Allison obituary, Westville, IN

Ruth Allison

Ruth Allison Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Newhard Funeral Home - Westville on Oct. 3, 2025.

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Ruth Allison Obituary Ruth Allison, 89, of Westville, passed away Monday, October 29, 2022. She was born May 22, 1933 in Chicago, the daughter of Elmer and Esther (Dickinson) Caddell. Ruth was an avid gardner and an excellent horse woman. For many years she was a 4H Leader for the horse and pony program with her husband James, who preceded her in death. She was wonderful Artist working in pastels, watercolors and oils and showing her work in many area galleries. Ruth also raised Rottweiler and Doberman dogs. Surviving are her children, James, Jamie, Charlie and Debra, many grandchildren, great grandchildren and 2 great great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life is planned for May 21, 2023, time and place will be added at a closer time.
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May 21, 2023
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