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Ruth Goodpasture Obituary
GREENVILLE — Ruth A. Goodpasture, 87, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, at Brookdale Senior Living in Greenville.
She was born Sept. 5, 1938, in New Paris, to the late Herbert and Huldah (Mt. Castle) Newman. Ruth was a 1956 graduate of Jackson High School in Campbellstown, and later graduated from Kankakee Community College in Kankakee, Illinois, with an Associate's degree in nursing. She worked as a registered nurse, retiring as the nursing supervisor at Riverside Hospital in Kankakee. She was an avid bridge player, even rising to the rank of Grand Master; she also enjoyed tennis and golf. She attended Friendswood Christian Church in Illinois for many years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert M. Goodpasture; sisters Donna Goodwin and Betty Barker; and brothers Gene and Jim Newman.
She is survived by her daughters Lisa Goodpasture McIntosh and Lori Thompson, both of Bourbonnais, Illinois; grandchildren Anna (Michael) Ebrada and Matthew Thompson; great-grandson Kai; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation Friday, Dec. 5, from noon until the time of the funeral service at 1 p.m. at the Gard Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 226 W. Main Street, Eaton, with Pastor Tom Bowman officiating. Burial will follow at Twin Creek Chapel Cemetery in West Manchester.
Memorial contributions may be made to Suncrest Hospice, 9050 Centre Pointe Drive, Suite 100, West Chester, OH 45069.
Online condolences and other remembrances may be sent to the family by visiting www.gardfuneralhome.com.
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Joe Chin
December 8, 2025
You and I had fun playing duplicate bridge at Chicago area clubs and at FL tournament which we did well. I appreciated your hospitality at Tampa, FL. Perhaps I'll join you for more bridge later again.
Eymarde Lawler
December 7, 2025
Ruth and Bob were neighbors to my parents for many years. She was a great neighbor. RIP Ruth
Geraldine Fiore Hallas
December 6, 2025
My sympathy to Ruth's family at her passing. I worked with Ruth at RMC and had high regard for her.
Tammy Weedon
December 6, 2025
I worked with Ruth & this saddens me so much, she was working the day my husband got the call for his Kidney/Pancreas transplant I am going to miss her. I wondered where she went after she retired
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Judy Jensen Ayres
December 6, 2025
My sympathy to Lisa and Lori on the loss of their mother. I enjoyed talking with Ruth during her massages with me. She was a special lady. She will be missed.
Donna Mead
December 6, 2025
Sweet Ruth, you will be missed!!! My deepest condolences to Ruth´s family. I worked with her for many years & she was always kind, funny, & sharp. She was such a bright light & a joy to know. Love & prayers.
Nancy henrichs r.n.
December 6, 2025
Worked 3 west for years and shared the floor with Ruth who was in Micu. When I got pulled to that unit she always do helpful and use to teach me how to read Ekg strips easier. Our nursing world was much better with ruth.
December 6, 2025
Sorry to hear of Ruth´s passing. Played bridge with her in New Lenox. She was a warm supportive lady and often spoke of her girls.
Shirley Bradley wagner
December 6, 2025
Lisa & Lori, we are so sorry to hear this about your Mom. You all were such great neighbors. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Thomas Antghony
December 6, 2025
Rest in Peace Ruth, now with Bob again. To the family I am truly sorry for your troubles. tja
Shandra Jenkins
December 6, 2025
Lisa and Lori we are so sorry to hear about your mom. Shirley, Sheryl and I have tried finding you all. So many great memories growing up with you two. We are all now in Florida
We will be thinking and praying for you all at this difficult time.
Love and hugs, Shirley Wagner, Sheryl Miller and Shandra Jenkins
Sharon Perkins
December 6, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Lisa and Lori and the family, I first met her at. Friendswood and shared the same birtdate. I still considered her a friend after she moved. I followed her on Facebook
Delynn R Geistwhite
December 6, 2025
Loved talking to Ruth at the hospital or her home . She was a fun kind person
Cassie Smith
December 6, 2025
Ruth, was a great person,friend, an mentor. I worked with her at Riverside. I helped take care of Bob, an helped Ruth with yard work,an other jobs. I will truly miss her smile an our talks. Ruth will always hold a special place in my heart.. Rest Easy .. My condolences to Lisa,Lori,Anna, Matthew
Stephanie Rayman
December 6, 2025
Worked with Ruth at Riverside for many years. She was a true nursing mentor and friend. Beautiful heart. I am blessed to have known her. My condolences.
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