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1931
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2019
RUTH Canterbury Obituary
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LAKELAND- Ruth Lynn Canterbury, 88, of Lakeland, passed away July 17, 2019. She was born April 15, 1931 in Glover Gap, WV to parents John and Essie Fowler.
Ruth was a member of the Shepherds Community United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Robert; 2 sisters and several other close family members.
Left to treasure her memory is her brother John Fowler and sister Judy Vernon, along with several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 3PM on Sunday, July 21, 2019 in the Lakeland Memorial Gardens.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Lynda Hutto
July 23, 2019
It was a blessing to know this special lady. She was a wonderful friend to our family. We will miss her greatly. Our prayers are with her family and friends.
Tammie Nealey
July 21, 2019
No longer by our side but forever in our hearts.
Pam Everhart
July 20, 2019
I will miss you, my friend. In the brief time I knew you, you made an enormous impact on my life. God bless all who love this remarkable lady. She will be so missed.
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Joyce Miller
July 20, 2019
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