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Ruth Knighten
1956 - 2025
BORN
1956
DIED
2025
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Ruth Knighten Obituary
August 17, 1956 - September 25, 2025
Tacoma, Washington - Ruth C. Knighten passed away September 25, 2025. Her celebration of life will be held Oct. 11, 2025 at 1pm at Pacific Christian Center 3211 112th St E, Tacoma, WA 98446. Viewing will be held 1 hour prior. Services by Scott Funeral Home.
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Kathy Huddleston-Sales
Yesterday
I´m so sorry to hear of Ruth´s passing. I worked with her at McIlvaigh Middle School and she was always a delight to work with and a great educator. RIP
Laurel A Joyal
Yesterday
I'm so sorry to hear of Ruth's passing
Yalonda Johnson
Yesterday
I am so sorry to hear of this wonderful woman´s passing. I worked with her for several years. Heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
Debbra Baker
October 2, 2025
I worked with Ruth at TPS where she was a ParaEducator and later became a Certificated teacher.
I´m so sorry to read of her passing. My condolences to her family.
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