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Ruth Teeter Obituary

Ruth E. Teeter, 94 of Athens, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Guthrie Robert Packer Medical Center in Sayre, PA due to complications of COVID-19. Born on February 22, 1926 in Binghamton, NY, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Irma (Decker) Ryan. On June 30, 1945, she married Lloyd Teeter and they spent 51 wonderful years together.

Ruth enjoyed her trips to many casinos, taking bus trips and the occasional trip to Las Vegas with her daughter. She also enjoyed playing cards with family and friends. More than anything, she cherished the time that she shared with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Teeter; her grandson, Shane Williams; her sons-in-law, Kenneth Little and Gerald Bennett.

She is survived by her children, Sandy Little of Lowman, NY, Judy Bennett of Lowman, Denny Teeter of Horseheads, Diane (Dick) Williams of Elmira, Dawn (Irvin) Swank of Elmira, Larry Teeter (Merrie) of Chemung, Terry (Barb) Teeter of Elmira, Randy (Genelle) Teeter of Texas; Kelly (Kevin) Stedge of East Smithfield; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as several close friends.

Burial in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Elmira will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Contributions in Ruth's memory may be made to the Arctic League Inc., 249 W Clinton St, Elmira, NY 14901. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.olthof.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Star-Gazette from Dec. 29, 2020 to Jan. 3, 2021.

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Diane Williams

December 24, 2023

Mom, I still have your Christmas box. All of us kids have a picture ornament of you and mine is on our Christmas tree. It never gets put away and is close by year round. This is definitely the most difficult time of year for us since you were in the hospital for Christmas and passed two days later. We love and miss you so much! Diane

Paula McClure - Granddaughter

December 23, 2023

Gram, I love and miss you very much. Merry Heavenly Christmas! You are forever in our hearts.

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Diane Williams

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Danny and Hazel Burlew

December 31, 2020

Our deepest sympathy Judy, Diane, Sandy and all. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Shari Root

December 31, 2020

Diane and family so sorry for your loss.

Judi Bennett

December 30, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Until we all can be with you & Dad keep dancing & smiling. Judi

Diane M Williams

December 30, 2020

Mom, you were an amazing mother and friend and you and your smile and infectious laugh will be greatly missed. Rest in peace and we will meet again some day on the other side. I LOVE YOU!!!!

Daniel Ryan and Darrell Ploch

December 30, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Aunt Ruth we will love you and miss you always.

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