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226 E. Washington St., Oakland City, IN 47660
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Ruth Morrison Obituary
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Ruth was a loving person, who deeply loved her family. She will truly be missed by all who loved and cared for her.
She was married to Lester T. Morrison who proceeds her in death. She is also proceeded in death by her daughter, Leslie Ann; her grandson Shawn McKannan; her two brothers, seven sisters; and her three sons-in-law.
Surviving includes her children, Lucy, Peggy, Karla (Tony), Debbie, Ronnie (Patty), Angie (Damon), and Tina (Alan); her 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, and many other cherished loved ones.
The family would like to extend a great appreciation to the staff at Heart-to-Heart Hospice for their wonderful service and care.
A visitation will take place at Lamb Basham Memorial Chapel on Wednesday September 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A service will begin at 2:00 PM with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Princeton, IN. Bill McCoy will officiate the services.
Family and friends may send messages of comfort to www.lambbasham.com.
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Upcoming Events
Sep
24
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel
226 E. Washington St., Oakland City, IN 47660
Send FlowersSep
24
Service
2:00 p.m.
Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel
226 E. Washington St., Oakland City, IN 47660
Send FlowersServices provided by
Lamb-Basham Memorial Chapel IncOnly 7 hours left for delivery to next service.